October weather forecastButha-Buthe, Lesotho
October
Weather in October
In October, Butha-Buthe is immersed in the full-blown charm of spring. The city experiences an increase in temperatures and a simultaneous rise in relative humidity. A remarkable feature of October's climate is the marked jump in the number of rainy days to 10.9 days from 4.7 days in September. Along with the increased rainfall, October sees more cloud cover, setting a picturesque scenario against the backdrop of spring's vibrancy.Temperature
The commencement of October introduces an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Butha-Buthe in October observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 10.3°C (50.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho, is 48%.Rainfall
In October, in Butha-Buthe, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout October, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In Butha-Buthe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 432mm (17.01") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Butha-Buthe.Daylight
In Butha-Buthe, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 47min.On the first day of October in Butha-Buthe, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:25 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Butha-Buthe. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in October: 23.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 10.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average pressure in October: 1016.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in October: 11.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average humidity in October: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (38%).
Average rainfall in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in October: 45mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in October: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in October
Butha-Buthe, Lesotho
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
