October weather forecast
Highlands, Mauritius

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Highlands, Mauritius, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.2°C (72°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The start of October sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), showing little difference from September's 23.7°C (74.7°F). Throughout October, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated, with an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Humidity

In Highlands, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In Highlands, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.3 rainfall days, and 645mm (25.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Highlands is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of October in Highlands, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:18 +04.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: A maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highlands in October?
During October, Highlands experiences an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in April is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Highlands?
The average relative humidity in October in Highlands is 74%.
How much does it rain in Highlands in October?
In Highlands, Mauritius, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in October?
In Highlands, Mauritius, the average day length in October is 12h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Highlands?
On the first day of October in Highlands, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:18 +04.
What month has the most sunshine in Highlands?
October has the most sunshine of the year in Highlands, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in October in Highlands?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Highlands, Mauritius, is 10.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Highlands?
The months with the lowest UV index in Highlands are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in October in Highlands?
In Highlands, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in October: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in October: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in October: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Highlands, Mauritius
  • 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).

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