October weather forecast
Musina, South Africa

October in Musina sets the stage for the beginning of the hot season. With both temperature parameters reflecting an increase from September, the city visibly wears a warm guise. Paced with a steady surge in rainfall, to 33mm (1.3") across five days, the weather drama intensifies. The daylight and sunshine manifest in persistent harmony, maintaining the city's sunlit distinction. As warmth reclaims its territory, October writes a memorable chapter in Musina’s weather tale.

Temperature

With October's arrival, Musina notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Despite a significant daily temperature range, Musina's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 17°C (62.6°F) in October.

Rainfall

In Musina, during October, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. In Musina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 56 days and collects up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Musina, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:11 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May, July through October, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Musina, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 11 translates into these guidelines:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher should be applied generously and frequently reapplied even on cloudy days, especially after each swim or outdoor workout.