October weather forecastNakuru, Kenya
October
Weather in October
The transition from wet to dry becomes more evident in October with a decrease in rainfall, clocking in at 52mm (2.05") over 20.3 days. The temperature in Nakuru fluctuates between 11.5°C (52.7°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F), keeping the chill in the air at bay. Conditions remain nearly constant across other parameters, with little to no changes in UV index, wind speed and sunshine hours. The slowly receding clouds provide better visibility, painting a mellow picture of the city.Temperature
In October, Nakuru notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Throughout October, the average low-temperature in Nakuru records at a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Nakuru is 71%.Rainfall
In Nakuru, during October, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nakuru, there are 206.3 rainfall days, and 657mm (25.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.
Sunshine
In Nakuru, the average sunshine in October is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average high temperature in October: 23.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 11.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average pressure in October: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.6mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average wind speed in October: 7.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (59%).
Average rainfall in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall in October: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in October: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June and July (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in October: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (8km).
