October weather forecast
Alexandra, South Africa

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot spring month in Alexandra, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.6°C (58.3°F) and max 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of October observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), nearly identical to September's 25.5°C (77.9°F). Alexandra observes a distinct decrease from peak daytime temperatures, with an average low-temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Alexandra, the average relative humidity in October is 43%.

Rainfall

In Alexandra, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of October in Alexandra, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:23 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Alexandra.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Alexandra?
The high-temperature, in October, in Alexandra, records 26.9°C (80.4°F), while the low-temperature is 14.6°C (58.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in February is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Alexandra?
The average relative humidity in October in Alexandra, South Africa, is 43%.
How many days does it rain in October in Alexandra?
In Alexandra, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Alexandra have in October?
In Alexandra, South Africa, the average day length in October is 12h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Alexandra?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:23 SAST.
What month has the most sunshine in Alexandra?
October has the most sunshine of the year in Alexandra, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in October in Alexandra?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Alexandra?
January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Alexandra, South Africa.
What is the UV index reading in October in Alexandra?
In Alexandra, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
Alexandra, South Africa
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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