October weather forecast
Port Elizabeth, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

October in Port Elizabeth carries the mixed bag of late rainy season traits with warmer days and cooler nights. The month ushers in a slight decrease in daylight hours, making evenings a little lengthier. October again marks a surge in rainfall figures, which move up to 309mm (12.17"). The month also lays out perfect conditions for swimming enthusiasts and water adventurers. Despite the onset of autumn, sunscreen remains an essential part of every outing.

Temperature

Port Elizabeth, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, heralds October with a high-temperature average of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), matching that of September. Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is expected.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Port Elizabeth. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port Elizabeth, the average seawater temperature in October is 29.2°C (84.6°F).
Note: For activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as particularly pleasant and satisfying for prolonged periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Port Elizabeth is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October in Port Elizabeth, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:38 AST.

Sunshine

June, September and October, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Port Elizabeth, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 11 suggests this advice:
Adopt all important safety measures, unprotected skin may burn rapidly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Frequent reapplication of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is vital every two hours or directly after a swim or an outdoor workout. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly amplifies the Sun's UV radiation.