October weather forecastMaputsoe, Lesotho
October
Weather in October
October in Maputsoe, Lesotho sees further warming, with temperatures climbing back to an average high of 23.1°C (73.6°F). The city experiences a surge in rainfall this month, indicating the commencement of the rainy season. While the UV index hovers at a moderate level, increased cloud cover coincides with the rise in humidity. Even though the wind gust measurements stay high, the sunlight and increasing day warmth placate the chill factor. The weather in October oscillates between conditions of spring and the approaching summer.Temperature
Maputsoe's weather in October, with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F), subtly shifts from September's 21.2°C (70.2°F). October nights in Maputsoe, Lesotho, see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a cool 10.6°C (51.1°F).Humidity
In Maputsoe, the average relative humidity in October is 40%.Rainfall
In Maputsoe, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Maputsoe, Lesotho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Maputsoe, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:28 SAST.
Sunshine
October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
In Maputsoe, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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).
