October weather forecastTau, Lesotho

October

Weather in October

October is a moderately hot spring month in Tau, Lesotho, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and an average low of 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Temperature

As September turns into October, the average high-temperatures rest at a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Tau logs a substantial downturn to a fresh 10.6°C (51.1°F) during October nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tau, in October, during 8.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Tau, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 48min.
On the first day of October in Tau, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:27 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

During October, Tau experiences an average high-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and a low-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F).

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

In October, in Tau, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout October, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Tau, Lesotho, the average day length in October is 12h and 48min.

On the first day of October in Tau, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:27 SAST.

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

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

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