Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in September - an agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F). In Cape Town, in October, the average low-temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Cape Town is 71%.Rainfall
In October, in Cape Town, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cape Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111 days and collects up to 435mm (17.13") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Cape Town, South Africa, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.9°C (60.6°F).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Cape Town, South Africa, is 12h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of October, in Cape Town, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in October interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
FAQ
What is the temperature in October in Cape Town?
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What is the UV index intensity in October in Cape Town?
Average temperature in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average high temperature in October: 20.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 13.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (10.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average pressure in October: 1017.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average wind speed in October: 15.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, August and September (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, April and December (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average rainfall in October: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in October: 15.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (18.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.3°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
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