October weather forecast
Herat, Afghanistan

October

Weather in October

October brings cooler weather and the genuine arrival of fall to Herat Afghanistan. Days feature pleasant temperatures, while nights start to acquire a noticeable chill. Though temperatures remain comfortable at highs of 22.2°C (72°F) and cool down to lows of 11.4°C (52.5°F), a modest 8mm (0.31") of rainfall begins to restore moisture to the climate. The gusty winds of October, averaging 12.7km/h (7.9mph), can add a nippy element to the cooling air. As the city prepares for winter, October offers residents a gentle prelude to the colder months ahead.

Temperature

As October arrives, Herat's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F) to a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F). In October, Herat encounters an average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) during the night.

Humidity

In Herat, the average relative humidity in October is 27%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it rains in Herat. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Herat, there are 50 rainfall days, and 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Herat, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Herat, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:28 +0430.

Sunshine

In Herat, the average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?
The high-temperature, in October, in Herat, records 22.2°C (72°F), while the low-temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Herat, the average relative humidity in October is 27%.
When does it start raining?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Herat?
April through October are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in October?
In Herat, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Herat have in October?
In Herat, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, in Herat, Afghanistan, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:28 +0430.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.
How high is the UV index in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in October: 22.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

Average pressure in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in October: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in October: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (16%).

Average rainfall in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in October: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (32mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average snowfall in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (18.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in October: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October
Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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