October weather forecastMotsie, Lesotho

October

Weather in October

October in Motsie, Lesotho, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Motsie's average high-temperature at the onset of October, reaching a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F) from September's 21.2°C (70.2°F). October presents a sharp fall from Motsie's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Motsie, Lesotho, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. In Motsie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Motsie, Lesotho, is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of October in Motsie, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:28 SAST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Motsie, Lesotho, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in October leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

Motsie in October has an average high-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F).

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

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

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

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

On the first day of October in Motsie, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:28 SAST.

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

The average sunshine duration in October in Motsie is 11.8h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Motsie, Lesotho, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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
Motsie, 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).