October weather forecast
Stellenbosch, South Africa

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Weather in October

October in Stellenbosch witnesses a substantial uplift in weather conditions from September. A temperature increase hints at the city's slow but steady return to its warmer days. Sunshine hours climb back into the double digits, bathing the city in bright daylight for longer periods. The wind speed continues to hover around a comfortable level, and the cloud percentage takes a backseat as clear skies begin to dominate the cityscape.

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F) in September to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F). Stellenbosch reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 11.2°C (52.2°F) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Stellenbosch, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stellenbosch, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 458mm (18.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 57min.
On the first day of October in Stellenbosch, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 19:12 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Stellenbosch is 9.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Stellenbosch?

During October, Stellenbosch experiences an average high-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) and a low-temperature of 11.2°C (52.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in February is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Stellenbosch?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Stellenbosch in October?

In Stellenbosch, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

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

In October, the average day length in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is 12h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Stellenbosch?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 19:12 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stellenbosch have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Stellenbosch?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 11.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7.6°C).

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Average pressure in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.1km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).

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Average rainfall in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in October
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Stellenbosch, South Africa
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (9km).

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