October weather forecast
Gansbaai, South Africa

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable spring month in Gansbaai, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 18.6°C (65.5°F) and 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Gansbaai's weather records an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 18.6°C (65.5°F), marking little difference from September's 17.3°C (63.1°F). During the October nights, Gansbaai's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Gansbaai, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gansbaai, the average seawater temperature in October is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: In 16.8°C (62.2°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of October, in Gansbaai, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gansbaai is 9.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gansbaai is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Gansbaai?

In Gansbaai, in October, the average high-temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What are the most humid months in Gansbaai?

January through March, May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Gansbaai.

What is the average humidity in October in Gansbaai?

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Gansbaai in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in October in Gansbaai?

In Gansbaai, the average seawater temperature in October is 16.8°C (62.2°F). For most, swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in October in Gansbaai?

In October, the average day length in Gansbaai, South Africa, is 12h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Gansbaai?

On the first day of October in Gansbaai, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gansbaai?

In Gansbaai, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Gansbaai?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 18.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (11.5°C).

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Average pressure in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 20.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (17.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, May, September and October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average sea temperature in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in October: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.8°C).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 0min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are March and October (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Gansbaai, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Gansbaai, 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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