October weather forecastGitarama, Rwanda
October
Weather in October
October's weather in Gitarama, Rwanda witnesses a return of the rainy season marked by 186mm (7.32") of rain spread over 28.7 days. The temperature records a slight drop with night temperatures at 16.4°C (61.5°F) and daytime temperatures peaking at 25.2°C (77.4°F). Despite the switch to wetter months, the sunshine duration holds onto 9 hours, owing to the unaltered daylight duration. The wind speed dips again to 5.5km/h (3.4mph) while the atmospheric pressure drops slightly to 1013mb signifying the peak of the rainy season.Temperature
Gitarama's average high-temperature in October sits at a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F), showing little difference from the previous month. Gitarama experiences a consistent average temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) throughout the nights in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Gitarama is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 28.7 days and typically aggregates up to 186mm (7.32") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 10min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Gitarama is 9h.UV index
February through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in October: 25.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 16.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average pressure in October: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in October: 186mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in October: 28.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and November (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in October
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (8km).
