October weather forecastMapenya, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot spring month in Mapenya, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

With the start of October, Mapenya measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), not significantly differing from September's 28.1°C (82.6°F). October records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) in Mapenya, Kenya.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In Mapenya, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mapenya, in October, during 15.3 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Mapenya is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During October, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Mapenya, is 28.9°C (84°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.9°C (76.8°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

In Mapenya, Kenya, during October, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation.

In Mapenya, the average day length in October is 12h and 10min.

On the first day of October in Mapenya, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Mapenya are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Mapenya, Kenya.

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

  • Average high temperature in October: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).

Average pressure in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average pressure in October: 1012.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in October: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in October: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mapenya, 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: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Mapenya, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Mapenya, 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).