October weather forecastGatare, Rwanda
October
Weather in October
October in Gatare witnesses the second highest rainfall of the year with 149mm (5.87"). With rainfall increasing considerably compared to September, October stands out as the peak of the wet season. The overall weather remains consistent, not yielding to extreme variations. A slight dip in visibility is noticeable as the month progresses. However, the impactful presence of strong winds adds a unique dimension to the weather in October.Temperature
October's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 24°C (75.2°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Gatare reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) in October.Humidity
In Gatare, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.Rainfall
In Gatare, in October, it is raining for 27.5 days, with typically 149mm (5.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Gatare, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1224mm (48.19") of precipitation.Daylight
In Gatare, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:52 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in October: 24°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average pressure in October: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in October: 5.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in October: 149mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in October: 27.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in October: 2.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Gatare, Rwanda
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).





