October weather forecast
Mafeteng, Lesotho

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Weather in October

October in Mafeteng brings warm temperatures and a significant increase in rainfall, marking the real start of the rainy season. The daylight hours extend, allowing more time for outdoor excursions. The weather noticeably turns warmer compared to September, and cloud cover increases slightly. The city begins to exhibit a distinctly tropical atmosphere as rainfall escalates towards November. This month is exceptional for photographers as the scenery becomes more vibrant.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Mafeteng brings an average high-temperature of a warm 24.6°C (76.3°F), subtly diverging from September's 22.3°C (72.1°F). October nights in Mafeteng show a substantial disparity from the daytime peak with an average low-temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F).

Humidity

In Mafeteng, the average relative humidity in October is 38%.

Rainfall

In Mafeteng, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mafeteng, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, July through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:32 SAST.

Sunshine

In Mafeteng, the average sunshine in October is 11.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mafeteng in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mafeteng are 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 11.5°C (52.7°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Mafeteng?

In Mafeteng, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in October is 38%.

How much does it rain in Mafeteng in October?

In October, in Mafeteng, Lesotho, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mafeteng?

In Mafeteng, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

How many hours of daylight does Mafeteng have in October?

The average day length in October in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 12h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mafeteng?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, in Mafeteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:32 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mafeteng?

The average sunshine duration in October is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Mafeteng?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average temperature in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in October: 24.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

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Average pressure in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average pressure in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average humidity in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in October: 38%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in October: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average UV index in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in October
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average visibility in October - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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