October weather forecast
Swakopmund, Namibia

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Weather in October

October weather in Swakopmund witnesses an increase in temperature as summer approaches. The sea temperature continues its upward trend, while wind speeds begin to calm down after the windiness of September. Getting closer to the equator's summer, October receives more daylight hours compared to the previous months. It is a comfortable transition into the warmer part of the year.

Temperature

Swakopmund experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 20°C (68°F) during September and October.

Humidity

In Swakopmund, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

In Swakopmund, during October, the rain falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Swakopmund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 24.7 days and collects up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F).
Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

Daylight

In Swakopmund, Namibia, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13 CAT.

Sunshine

August through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Swakopmund.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Swakopmund?

During September and October, Swakopmund experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

What is the usual temperature for Swakopmund in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Swakopmund, records 20°C (68°F), while the low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Swakopmund?

The average relative humidity in October in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Swakopmund in October?

In Swakopmund, in October, it is raining for 0.9 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in October in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, Namibia, the average seawater temperature in October is 14.3°C (57.7°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in October in Swakopmund?

The average day length in October in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 12h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Swakopmund?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, in Swakopmund, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13 CAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Swakopmund?

August through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Swakopmund, Namibia.

How many hours of sunshine does Swakopmund have in October?

In Swakopmund, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund?

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, Namibia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average temperature in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in October: 20°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).

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Average pressure in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average pressure in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average wind speed in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in October: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average humidity in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

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Average rainfall in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in October: 2mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall days in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sea temperature in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sea temperature in October: 14.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sunshine days in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 28.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average UV index in October - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in October
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average visibility in October - Swakopmund, 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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