October weather forecastNairobi, Kenya
October
Weather in October
October brings back the rainy weather to Nairobi, initiating the short rain seasons. Moderate rainfalls spread across the month, although they remain lower than the April showers. The start of this rainy period deviates from the dry conditions of September, transforming the city's landscapes into green expanses once again. Despite the onset of the rain season and increased cloud cover, the temperatures stay relatively warm, thereby maintaining a pleasant weather range for inhabitants and visitors alike.Temperature
A minor adjustment in Nairobi's average high-temperature is noted with the start of October, touching a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) from September's 24.6°C (76.3°F). During the nights in October, Nairobi observes an average low-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F).Humidity
In Nairobi, Kenya, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.Rainfall
In Nairobi, Kenya, in October, during 22.5 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nairobi, Kenya, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 676mm (26.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Nairobi is 12h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average high temperature in October: 25.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average pressure in October: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average wind speed in October: 10.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average rainfall in October: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in October: 22.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nairobi, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in October: 6.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average UV index in October: 5
The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in October
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).
