October weather forecast
Aksum, Ethiopia

October truly marks the onset of the dryer months with a significant drop in precipitation. With ample sunshine, October presents the perfect weather for outdoor activities in Aksum. The city basks in the golden sunlight, entering the phase of beautiful autumn. A gentle progression in temperatures occurs, moving from 9.6°C (49.3°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F). It's a striking fusion of ethereal sunshine and mild temperatures creates an attractive ambience for visitors.

Temperature

The start of October sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), showing little difference from September's 24.8°C (76.6°F). Aksum documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) in October.

Rainfall

In Aksum, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Aksum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Aksum, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:57 EAT.

Sunshine

January through May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 12 leads to the following instructions:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.