October weather forecast
Chipasi, Malawi

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Chipasi, Malawi, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.7°C (83.7°F) and min 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Temperature

The temperatures reach their highest averages in October, with highs of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and lows of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for October is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 52%.

Rainfall

In Chipasi, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 1168mm (45.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.
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 05:07 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

August 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?
Chipasi experiences its average highest temperatures in October, reaching a peak of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a minimum of 18.4°C (65.1°F).
How hot is October?
In Chipasi, 28.7°C (83.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.4°C (65.1°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Chipasi, the average relative humidity in October is 52%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Chipasi, Malawi, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
The average day length in October in Chipasi is 12h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In Chipasi, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average humidity in October: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in October: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Chipasi, Malawi
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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