October weather forecast
Gatumba, Burundi

October

Weather in October

Come October, Gatumba steps firmly into the wet season. Rainfall in October jumps dramatically from 35mm (1.38") in September to a substantial 98mm (3.86"), a clear sign the wet season is in full swing. Despite this, the durations of daylight and sunshine remain constant, maintaining a balance in the city's daylight cycle. Although the night temperatures reduce slightly, the days remain warm, adding to the city's tropical charm.

Temperature

During October, the average high-temperature in Gatumba is a still warm 23.6°C (74.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. During October, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout October, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 256.8 rainfall days, and 1091mm (42.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of October, in Gatumba, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?
During October, Gatumba experiences an average high-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) and a low-temperature of 15.5°C (59.9°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October is 69%.
How much does it rain in October?
In Gatumba, in October, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gatumba have in October?
In October, the average day length is 12h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In Gatumba, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Gatumba?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in October?
In Gatumba, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average temperature in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average high temperature in October: 23.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°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 (12.4°C).

Average pressure in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average pressure in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, October and November (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average wind speed in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average wind speed in October: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average humidity in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average rainfall in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average rainfall in October: 98mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average rainfall days in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • 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: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average sunshine days in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.8 days).

Average UV index in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average UV index in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average cloud cover in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in October - Gatumba, Burundi
Average visibility in October
Gatumba, Burundi
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (8km).

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