November weather forecast
Balaka, Malawi

November in Balaka, Malawi experiences a slight relief from October's scorching heat, with temperatures sliding down a bit but still remaining significantly high. Rainfall further intensifies, almost quadrupling from the previous month's quantity. The increase in rainfall doesn't obscure the overall visibility in the city. Cloud cover also increases, hinting at the approaching wet season. Despite the strong winds, the weather remains stable, with the pressure changing minimally.

Temperature

November's advent in Balaka, Malawi, presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. November's nights observe an average temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

November's average heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November in Balaka is 57%.

Rainfall

In November, in Balaka, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout November, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Balaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 632mm (24.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balaka, the average length of the day in November is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine in Balaka is 9.1h.

UV index

In Balaka, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In November, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.