October weather forecastGrootfontein, Namibia
October
Weather in October
October in Grootfontein witnesses a return to summer conditions. There's a significant increase in temperature from September, with maximum temperatures soaring to 32.8°C (91°F). Even though the region experiences an increase in rainfall, it is relatively minor. Increased humidity and cloud cover set the stage for the rainy season to come. In essence, October exhibits a shift towards warmer and wetter conditions.Temperature
Grootfontein records the warmest temperatures in October, averaging a high of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 18.5°C (65.3°F).Humidity
In Grootfontein, the average relative humidity in October is 24%.Rainfall
In Grootfontein, Namibia, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.9 rainfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 33min.On the first day of October in Grootfontein, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9.8h.UV index
October is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average high temperature in October: 32.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 18.5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average wind speed in October: 11km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average humidity in October: 24%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).
Average rainfall in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average rainfall in October: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average UV index in October: 7
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in October: 14
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in October
Grootfontein, Namibia
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
