October weather forecastKanjedza, Malawi

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Kanjedza, Malawi, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be October, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193 rainfall days, and 1366mm (53.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Kanjedza is 9.2h.

UV index

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kanjedza. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in October leads to these recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

Kanjedza's temperatures peak on average in October, reaching 32.3°C (90.1°F) at their highest and 20.8°C (69.4°F) at their lowest.

The high-temperature, in October, in Kanjedza, records 32.3°C (90.1°F), while the low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

In Kanjedza, the average relative humidity in October is 49%.

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Kanjedza, Malawi, the average day length in October is 12h and 28min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average high temperature in October: 32.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average humidity in October: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in October: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (358mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (24.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (2 days).

Average UV index in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in October
Kanjedza, Malawi

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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