October weather forecastMaseru, Lesotho
October
Weather in October
October magnifies the spring season further with temperatures climbing to a balmy range, reinstating the weather warmth in Maseru. The transition from September to October is accompanied by a rise in rainfall, signaling the advent of the city's rainy season. Simultaneous increments in humidity and cloud cover are also observed, enriching the overall seasonal atmosphere. While the days stretch longer, they are filled with the pleasant warmth of significantly enhanced sunshine hours. October in Maseru typically serves as a gateway to the approaching summer.Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature registers at a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), nearly identical to September's 21.2°C (70.2°F). Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature in Maseru, Lesotho, lowers to a cool 10.6°C (51.1°F) during October nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 40%.Rainfall
In Maseru, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maseru, 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 in Maseru, Lesotho.Daylight
In Maseru, Lesotho, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:30 SAST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Maseru is October, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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
Maseru, 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).
