October weather forecast
Hermanus, South Africa

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hermanus, South Africa, is another refreshing spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Temperature

Hermanus, South Africa, observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between September's 17.3°C (63.1°F) and October's 18.6°C (65.5°F). Nights in October exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hermanus, South Africa, in October, during 7.1 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hermanus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.9 days and collects up to 270mm (10.63") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Hermanus, South Africa, is 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 16.7°C (62.1°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Hermanus is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Hermanus?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hermanus, records 18.6°C (65.5°F), while the low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What are the most humid months in Hermanus?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Hermanus?

In Hermanus, South Africa, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in Hermanus in October?

In Hermanus, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in October in Hermanus?

In October, the average sea temperature in Hermanus, South Africa, is 16.7°C (62.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°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).

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

In October, the average day length in Hermanus is 12h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Hermanus?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:11 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hermanus have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Hermanus?

In Hermanus, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Hermanus, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average sea temperature in October - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in October: 16.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.4°C).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Hermanus, 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
Hermanus, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Hermanus, 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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