October weather forecastPamplemousses, Mauritius

October

Weather in October

October rings in the onset of warmer temperatures in Pamplemousses, with highs reaching about 25°C (77°F). Rainfall levels rise slightly, signalling the conclusion of the prolonged dry spell since May. As the month progresses, longer daylight periods become prevalent, compensating for the reduced sunshine hours in winter. Wind speed tends to drop to around 19.7km/h (12.2mph) in October. Meanwhile, atmospheric pressure begins its descent, falling to 1018.1mb by the end of the month.

Temperature

October observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), marking an insignificant difference from September's 23.7°C (74.7°F). An average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) is logged during the nights of October, a small step down from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pamplemousses, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 480mm (18.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pamplemousses, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:18 +04.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 25°C (77°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In Pamplemousses, Mauritius, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in October in Pamplemousses is 12h and 34min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, in Pamplemousses, Mauritius, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:18 +04.

October has the most sunshine of the year in Pamplemousses, Mauritius, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in October in Pamplemousses is 10.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average rainfall
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average high temperature in October: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Pamplemousses, 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
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average wind speed in October: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Pamplemousses, 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
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average rainfall in October: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 36min

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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Pamplemousses, Mauritius

  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Pamplemousses, 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).