October weather forecast
Benoni, South Africa

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Weather in October

Welcoming the peak of the hot season, October stands out for its unique blend of high temperatures and frequent rainfall. As Benoni readies for the summertime, an increase in humidity becomes noticeable, balancing the city's high temperatures and constant sunshine. Accompanying these conditions is the wind speed, which stays consistently high relative to other months. Despite the change in weather, daylight hours follow the established rhythm, allowing residents to make the most of the city's favorable climate.

Temperature

October's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Benoni, in the heat of October, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 14.5°C (58.1°F) during the nights.

Humidity

In Benoni, South Africa, the average relative humidity in October is 44%.

Rainfall

In Benoni, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 418mm (16.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Benoni is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:22 SAST.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Benoni. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Benoni?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Benoni, South Africa, are 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 14.5°C (58.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Benoni?

The average relative humidity in October is 44%.

How much does it rain in Benoni in October?

In Benoni, South Africa, in October, during 9.7 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Benoni have in October?

In Benoni, South Africa, the average day length in October is 12h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Benoni?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:22 SAST.

What month has the most sunshine in Benoni?

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in October in Benoni?

The average sunshine duration in October in Benoni is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Benoni?

January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Benoni, South Africa.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Benoni?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Benoni is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.9°C).

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Average pressure in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Benoni, South Africa

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 44%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Benoni, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

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

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Average visibility in October
Benoni, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Benoni, South Africa
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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