October weather forecastMakhalanyane, Lesotho
October
Weather in October
October presents a significant rise in temperature as Makhalanyane gradually transitions from spring to summer. Rainfall increases considerably from the preceding month accentuated by an increased number of rainy days. As the temperatures go up, so does the relative humidity, providing a warmer and more humid climate. Despite these conditions, the number of sunshine days remains high, contributing to a bright and pleasing environment. While the atmosphere may be more humid than previous months, the warmth and continued clear visibility make October an appealing month.Temperature
As October takes hold in Makhalanyane, the average high-temperature is a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Makhalanyane experiences a consistent, yet significant, drop from daily highs to a low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F) throughout October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Makhalanyane is 40%.Rainfall
In Makhalanyane, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Makhalanyane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Makhalanyane, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Makhalanyane is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:30 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Makhalanyane, Lesotho.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Makhalanyane is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in October: 23.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 10.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average pressure in October: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in October: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average humidity in October: 40%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in October: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Makhalanyane, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Makhalanyane, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in October: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in October
Makhalanyane, 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).
