October weather forecast
Butare, Rwanda

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Weather in October

October features another jump in rainfall, reaching 158mm (6.22") over 27 days, the most so far since April. As the second highest rainfall month of the year, October depicts a wet and highly humid cityscape. Despite rain-soaked conditions, temperatures remain stable with an increase in cloud cover. The weather tends to be uniformly wet and undeniably cooler as the year advances towards its closing months.

Temperature

During October, Butare observes a subtle ascent to a still warm 23.4°C (74.1°F) from September's 24.3°C (75.7°F) in the average high-temperature. Throughout October, Butare encounters an average temperature drop to a mild 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Humidity

In Butare, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Butare is October, when the rain falls for 27 days and typically aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Butare, Rwanda, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Butare is 8.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Butare, Rwanda. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in October leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Butare in October?

In October, in Butare, the average high-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Butare?

In Butare, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Butare?

The month with the most rainfall in Butare, Rwanda, is October, when the rain falls for 27 days and typically aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Butare in October?

In October, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout October, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Butare?

In Butare, the average day length in October is 12h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Butare?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, in Butare, Rwanda, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Butare?

The average sunshine duration in October in Butare is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Butare?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

When is the lowest UV index in Butare?

The months with the lowest UV index in Butare are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in October in Butare?

In Butare, Rwanda, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average temperature in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in October: 23.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.8°C).

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Average pressure in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average pressure in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average pressure in October: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average wind speed in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average humidity in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average rainfall in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in October: 158mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average rainfall days in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in October: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.5 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average sunshine days in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average UV index in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average cloud cover in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in October
Butare, Rwanda

Average visibility in October - Butare, Rwanda
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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