October weather forecastIthoku, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Ithoku, Kenya, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.1°C (64.6°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

Ithoku, Kenya, experiences its highest temperatures in October, with an average peak of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

In Ithoku, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In October, in Ithoku, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ithoku, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 606mm (23.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Ithoku is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:14 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ithoku, the average sunshine in October is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Ithoku, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

October, on average, is the warmest month in Ithoku, registering a high temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

The high-temperature, in October, in Ithoku, is 29.6°C (85.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18.1°C (64.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Ithoku is 63%.

In Ithoku, Kenya, in October, during 13.4 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ithoku, the average day length in October is 12h and 9min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Ithoku, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:14 EAT.

In Ithoku, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ithoku, Kenya.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ithoku, Kenya, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in October: 29.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average humidity in October: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in October: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Ithoku, Kenya

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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