October weather forecast
Shoshong, Botswana

October

Weather in October

October brings warmer weather to Shoshong, with temperatures climbing to their peak. Regardless of hotter days, wind speed elevates, hitting 16.1km/h (10mph), allowing a comfortable breeze to counterbalance the increasing heat. Simultaneously, rainfall starts reappearing, leading to more humid days but keeping dust levels down. Nevertheless, October's clear skies and higher daylight hours ensure plenty of sunshine, instilling the city with a warm, cozy feel. Regardless of the reintroduction of rainfall, outdoor recreational activities continue to be a delight throughout October.

Temperature

October, known for its average high temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), is the warmest month.

Humidity

In Shoshong, the average relative humidity in October is 38%.

Rainfall

In Shoshong, during October, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 88.8 rainfall days, and 328mm (12.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:26 CAT.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
October is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) to a low of 18.3°C (64.9°F).
How hot does it get in October?
The high-temperature in Shoshong during October is 31.4°C (88.5°F) and the low-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Shoshong, the average relative humidity in October is 38%.
How much does it rain in October?
In October, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout October, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Shoshong have in October?
In October, the average day length is 12h and 38min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:26 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine in Shoshong?
October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In Shoshong, the average sunshine duration in October is 11.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In Shoshong, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in October: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average humidity in October: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in October: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Shoshong, Botswana
  • 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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