October weather forecast
Komatipoort, South Africa

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot spring month in Komatipoort, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.5°C (81.5°F) and min 17°C (62.6°F).

Temperature

As Komatipoort moves into October, a slight change to a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F) in the average high-temperature aligns it with September's readings. Komatipoort, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. 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 quite important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Komatipoort, South Africa, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Komatipoort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Komatipoort, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Komatipoort. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Komatipoort?

October temperatures in Komatipoort vary between a high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Komatipoort?

The average relative humidity in October is 65%.

How much does it rain in Komatipoort in October?

In Komatipoort, South Africa, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In October, the average day length is 12h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Komatipoort?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, in Komatipoort, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Komatipoort?

The average sunshine duration in October in Komatipoort is 8.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Komatipoort?

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in October in Komatipoort?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.6°C).

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Average pressure in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (6.4km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

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Average rainfall in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in October
Komatipoort, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Komatipoort, South Africa
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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