October weather forecastNyakosoba, Lesotho

October

Weather in October

October continues with the pleasant spring rhythm as temperatures rise to a comfortable 23.1°C (73.6°F). The weather patterns remain consistent with the preceding September, causing foliage across the city to bloom elegantly. However, rainfall once again becomes a significant part of the daily forecast as precipitation reaches up to 33mm (1.3"). With increasing daylight hours and plentiful sunshine, the weather becomes strikingly agreeable. The wind conditions escalate slightly, lending an energetic note to the soft spring ambiance.

Temperature

Nyakosoba notes an average high-temperature of a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F) in October, displaying minor variation from September. In stark contrast to the day's heat, the temperature in Nyakosoba dips to an average of 10.6°C (51.1°F) during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nyakosoba, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nyakosoba, Lesotho, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Nyakosoba is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of October, in Nyakosoba, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:29 SAST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Nyakosoba 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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 10.6°C (51.1°F) respectively.

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

In Nyakosoba, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Nyakosoba, Lesotho.

The average day length in October in Nyakosoba is 12h and 49min.

On the first day of October in Nyakosoba, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:29 SAST.

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

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

In Nyakosoba, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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).