October weather forecastKapesi, Malawi

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Kapesi, Malawi, is a moderately hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Temperature

October is the month when Kapesi experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for 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

In October, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 1070mm (42.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October 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 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January, March, 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Kapesi notes the warmest temperatures in October, with a average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low-temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Kapesi, the average relative humidity in October is 53%.

In Kapesi, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

In Kapesi, the average day length in October is 12h and 25min.

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, in Kapesi, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

In Kapesi, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in October: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Kapesi, 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
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in October: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min

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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1 days).

Average UV index in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Kapesi, Malawi

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).