October weather forecast
Ruacana, Namibia

October

Weather in October

As October arrives, the temperatures in Ruacana continue to soar, making it the hottest month of the year with a maximum temperature of 35.7°C (96.3°F). Despite the intense heat, Ruacana sees a significant increase in rainfall, from 1mm (0.04") in September to 11mm (0.43") in October. The city becomes more humid, with an increase in the relative humidity percentage. Accelerated by the wind's moderate velocity, the rising temperatures and humidity give the air a sultrier feel. October brews a sizzling mix of weather elements, ushering in Ruacana's hot, sunny summer.

Temperature

Ruacana's warmest temperatures are experienced in October, with average high temperatures of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and lows of 21.1°C (70°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ruacana, Namibia, is 21%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Ruacana, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:08 CAT.

Sunshine

In Ruacana, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Ruacana?
October is the warmest month in Ruacana, with an average high-temperature of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F).
How hot is it in October?
The high-temperature, in October, in Ruacana, 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. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 21%.
How much does it rain in October?
In Ruacana, during October, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Ruacana have in October?
The average day length in October is 12h and 30min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:08 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Ruacana have in October?
In Ruacana, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in October - Ruacana, Namibia
Average temperature in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average pressure in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average wind speed in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average humidity in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average rainfall in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average rainfall days in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average sunshine days in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average UV index in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average cloud cover in October
Ruacana, 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 - Ruacana, Namibia
Average visibility in October
Ruacana, 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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