October weather forecastMadimba, Angola

Weather in October

October, like September, is another tropical spring month in Madimba, Angola, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Madimba's average high-temperature is noted with the start of October, touching a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F) from September's 32°C (89.6°F). Throughout the month of October, Madimba witnesses an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Madimba, during October, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation. In Madimba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.4 days and collects up to 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Madimba, Angola, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of October, in Madimba, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Madimba are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.