October weather forecastMakhaleng, Lesotho

October

Weather in October

October rolls in as a quintessential spring month in Makhaleng, Lesotho, presenting an upswing in temperatures accompanied by longer daylight hours. A gentle increase in rainfall signals a return to a more lush environment. The city witnesses a strengthening gust of wind, characteristic of the month. Clearer skies and warmer temperatures make for ideal weather for enjoying the outdoors in Makhaleng, Lesotho. As a result, October stands out as a month of mild weather coupled with a unique springtime charm.

Temperature

The initiation of October in Makhaleng records an average high-temperature of a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Despite the drastic temperature difference, Makhaleng records an average nighttime low of 10.6°C (51.1°F) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 40%.

Rainfall

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Makhaleng, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Makhaleng is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of October in Makhaleng, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:29 SAST.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year in Makhaleng, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Makhaleng, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Makhaleng, 23.1°C (73.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 10.6°C (51.1°F) is the average low-temperature during October.

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in October is 40%.

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 49min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, in Makhaleng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:29 SAST.

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Makhaleng, Lesotho.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Makhaleng, Lesotho, is 11.8h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Makhaleng is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, 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).