October weather forecastMasalani, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Masalani, Kenya, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature varying between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Masalani marks the onset of October with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), subtly divergent from September's 28.1°C (82.6°F). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Masalani is noticed in October, marking the average low at a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Masalani, 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 Masalani, Kenya, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:08 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Masalani. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in October leads to these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Masalani, in October, the average high-temperature is 28.9°C (84°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In October, in Masalani, Kenya, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout October, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in October in Masalani, Kenya, is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:08 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

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 in Masalani 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

28.1°C

28.9°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

23.6km/h

19.7km/h

15.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.8

11.1

5.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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 November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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
Masalani, 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).