November weather forecast
Kangama, Sierra Leone

November sees a significant drop in rainfall to 104mm (4.09"), indicating Kangama's tangible move towards the dry season. Subsequently, the temperature tends to hover on the warmer side. Despite the reduced rainfall, the relative humidity stays on the higher side, maintaining the familiar moist, tropical vibe of the city. With a slight increase in sunshine hours, Kangama offers a pleasant mix of sun and rain for its residents.

Temperature

With November's advent, Kangama sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), subtly shifted from October's 30.4°C (86.7°F). In Kangama, an average temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) is noted during November nights.

Heat index

November's mean heat index is calculated to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for 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.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity in Kangama is 86%.

Rainfall

In Kangama, Sierra Leone, in November, it is raining for 25.9 days, with typically 104mm (4.09") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in November is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of November in Kangama, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Kangama is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in November, converts into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.