October weather forecastNambale, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Nambale, Kenya, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

The shift into October finds Nambale at an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), closely comparable to September's conditions. Nambale's temperature lowers to a mean of 16.5°C (61.7°F) during the nights in October.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Nambale, during October, the rain falls for 29.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation. In Nambale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.8 days and collects up to 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Nambale, Kenya, is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of October, in Nambale, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

Sunshine

In Nambale, Kenya, the average sunshine in October is 9.2h.

UV index

April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

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

In October, in Nambale, the average high-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in October in Nambale is 77%.

In Nambale, Kenya, during October, the rain falls for 29.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation.

In Nambale, Kenya, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

In October, in Nambale, it doesn't snow. September is the latest month when it typically snows.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 7min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Nambale, Kenya, is 9.2h.

April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Nambale, Kenya, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average high temperature in October: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in October: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average pressure in October: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average wind speed in October: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average rainfall in October: 164mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average rainfall days in October: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average sunshine days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Nambale, Kenya

Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).