October weather forecastBenga, Malawi

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Benga, Malawi, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Temperature

Benga marks the start of October with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from September's 26.5°C (79.7°F). In Benga, the October nights cool down to an average low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Benga, during October, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Benga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Benga, Malawi, is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of October in Benga, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during October translates into these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

In Benga, 28.1°C (82.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.2°C (72°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

In Benga, Malawi, in October, during 6.2 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Benga, Malawi, the average day length in October is 12h and 24min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Benga, Malawi, is 9.6h.

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Benga is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average high temperature in October: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in October: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in October: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Benga, Malawi

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).