October weather forecast
Hectorspruit, South Africa

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm spring month in Hectorspruit, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 17°C (62.6°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

October signals a high temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), showing little variation from September. During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 17°C (62.6°F) at night.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Hectorspruit, the average relative humidity in October is 65%.

Rainfall

In Hectorspruit, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hectorspruit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of October, in Hectorspruit, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:08 SAST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Hectorspruit. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Hectorspruit?
The high-temperature, in October, in Hectorspruit, records 27.5°C (81.5°F), while the low-temperature is 17°C (62.6°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Hectorspruit?
The average relative humidity in October in Hectorspruit, South Africa, is 65%.
How much does it rain in Hectorspruit in October?
In Hectorspruit, during October, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October in Hectorspruit?
In Hectorspruit, South Africa, the average day length in October is 12h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Hectorspruit?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:08 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Hectorspruit have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Hectorspruit, South Africa, is 8.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Hectorspruit?
The months with the highest UV index in Hectorspruit, South Africa, are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Hectorspruit?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Hectorspruit is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average temperature in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.6°C).

Average pressure in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average pressure in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average wind speed in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average humidity in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average rainfall days in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hectorspruit, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average sunshine days in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average cloud cover in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average visibility in October
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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