October weather forecast
Mpungu, Namibia

October

Weather in October

October in Mpungu, Namibia carries the warmth of September further with a maximum temperature reaching an annual high of 36.3°C (97.3°F). Nevertheless, the region experiences its first substantial rainfall since May, with 8mm (0.31") recorded. While the UV index soars to 7, the daylight length stays almost unchanged from the previous month. October emerges as possibly the hottest month of the year but takes a breath of fresh air with the return of rainfall.

Temperature

In Mpungu, the highest average temperatures are observed in October, with a high of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a low of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

In Mpungu, Namibia, the average relative humidity in October is 25%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 4.6 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Mpungu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89 days and collects up to 324mm (12.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mpungu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:53 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?
October, recording an average high temperature of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a low temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F), is Mpungu's warmest month.
How hot is it in October?
October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 27°C (80.6°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October is 25%.
When does it start raining?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 4.6 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In Mpungu, the average day length in October is 12h and 30min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:53 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In Mpungu, Namibia, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average temperature in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average pressure in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average wind speed in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average humidity in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average humidity in October: 25%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).

Average rainfall in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average rainfall in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in October: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average rainfall days in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average sunshine days in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average UV index in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average cloud cover in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October - Mpungu, Namibia
Average visibility in October
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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