October weather forecastMasabubu, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Masabubu, Kenya, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.2°C (75.6°F) and max 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

Masabubu's average high-temperature in October is a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 33.1°C (91.6°F) of September. During October nights, Masabubu witnesses a consistent average temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. 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 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Masabubu, Kenya, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In October, in Masabubu, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Masabubu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In October, in Masabubu, the average high-temperature is 34°C (93.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.2°C (75.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 41°C (105.8°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

In Masabubu, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in October is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of October in Masabubu, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08 EAT.

In Masabubu, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

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

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

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

  • Average high temperature in October: 34°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in October: 22.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in October: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Masabubu, 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
Masabubu, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Masabubu, 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).