October weather forecastDulukiza, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Dulukiza, Kenya, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°C (83.5°F) and min 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Temperature

October experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), barely different from September's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Dulukiza's nighttime temperatures in October see a subtle dip to an average of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

January and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Dulukiza.

Rainfall

In Dulukiza, in October, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 73mm (2.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dulukiza, there are 211.8 rainfall days, and 587mm (23.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dulukiza, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:12 EAT.

Sunshine

In Dulukiza, the average sunshine in October is 8.8h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dulukiza. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In Dulukiza, 28.6°C (83.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.2°C (75.6°F) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Dulukiza are January and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In October, the average relative humidity in Dulukiza is 78%.

In October, in Dulukiza, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Dulukiza, the average day length in October is 12h and 11min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Dulukiza, Kenya, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:12 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Dulukiza is 8.8h.

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dulukiza, Kenya.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dulukiza is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in October: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average pressure in October: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in October: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in October: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Dulukiza, Kenya

  • 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).