October weather forecastHill Top, Lesotho
October
Weather in October
October brings in moderate climatic conditions in Hill Top. The pleasant temperatures tend to rise mildly, and rainfall increases to 42mm (1.65"), injecting life into the cityscape. A decrease in cloud cover percentage gives way to clearer, crisp autumn days. As one gazes at the skies, the visibility remains high with extended sunshine hours. Subtle gusts of wind weave through the month, lending a delightful freshness to October.Temperature
Hill Top starts October with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F), a minor shift from September's 20.2°C (68.4°F). Hill Top in October observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 8.5°C (47.3°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Hill Top is 58%.Rainfall
In Hill Top, Lesotho, in October, during 14.8 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hill Top, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 633mm (24.92") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months with snowfall in Hill Top. October is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in October, Hill Top aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Hill Top, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.2 days and aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Hill Top is 12h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of October, in Hill Top, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Hill Top.UV index
In Hill Top, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in October: 21.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 8.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average pressure in October: 1017.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in October: 8.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average humidity in October: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (46%).
Average rainfall in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in October: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (4mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in October: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 11h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in October: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in October
Hill Top, Lesotho
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).
