October weather forecast
Oshakati, Namibia

October

Weather in October

In October, the weather in Oshakati, Namibia continues its steady climb towards the year's peak temperatures. The increase in ambient temperature becomes more prominent, hitting the yearly maximum of 35.7°C (96.3°F). This time marks the approaching peak of the hot season. The change in weather patterns, with the city heating up and receiving a meager rainfall of 11mm (0.43"), foreshadows the climate drift in November. Meanwhile, a bright sun provides ample daylight, fueling Oshakati's urban and natural environments with unrivaled energy.

Temperature

October is Oshakati's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and lows of 21.1°C (70°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 21%.

Rainfall

In Oshakati, in October, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.8 rainfall days, and 379mm (14.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:03 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.9h.

UV index

January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Oshakati. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?
The warmest period in Oshakati is October, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and a low of 21.1°C (70°F).
How hot is it in Oshakati in October?
The high-temperature, in October, in Oshakati, records 35.7°C (96.3°F), while the low-temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Oshakati, the average relative humidity in October is 21%.
How much does it rain in October?
In Oshakati, in October, during 5.4 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length is 12h and 31min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Oshakati?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:03 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Oshakati have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Oshakati is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 21.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average humidity in October: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (18%).

Average rainfall in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in October: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Oshakati, 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 months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October
Oshakati, Namibia
  • 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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