October weather forecast
Soqueco, Angola

October, the same as September, in Soqueco, Angola, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

October's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing little deviation from September's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Soqueco, in October, experiences an average temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) at night.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Soqueco, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Soqueco, in October, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.7 rainfall days, and 1182mm (46.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:53 WAT.

Sunshine

In Soqueco, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Soqueco are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.