October weather forecastKagitumba, Rwanda
October
Weather in October
October extends the rainy season in Kagitumba to its longest stretch of the year, with rainfall skyrocketing to an annual high of 240mm (9.45"). This drastic climatic shift, coupled with the intensified clouds, noticeably reduces the visibility and sunshine hours during the daytime. Despite the prevalent wet weather, the temperatures stay comfortably warm, ensuring the overall climate doesn't turn too harsh. The wind maintains its calmness, adding to the serenity during the considerable rainy spells— an impressive balance amidst season changes.Temperature
The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F), nearly identical to September's 24.9°C (76.8°F). Kagitumba, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 29.4 days and typically aggregates up to 240mm (9.45") of precipitation.Daylight
In Kagitumba, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:46 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 8.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are March through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in October: 24.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.4°C).
Average pressure in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average pressure in October: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in October: 6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (62%).
Average rainfall in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in October: 240mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (49mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in October: 29.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14.7 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in October: 1.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in October
Kagitumba, Rwanda
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and November (8km).
