October weather forecast
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

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Weather in October

October in Saint Lucia Estuary follows September's trend, welcoming longer daylight hours and higher temperatures. The environment starts to get progressively humid, gearing up for the summer season. Although it is wetter than the previous month, the increased rainfall doesn’t mar the charm of the radiant sunny days. The steady rise in sea temperatures beckons water enthusiasts for an enjoyable swim. Saint Lucia Estuary in October has its unique allure, boosting the natural biodiversity of the region.

Temperature

Saint Lucia Estuary's October reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.4°C (74.1°F), exhibiting a minor difference from September. Saint Lucia Estuary's average temperature during the nights of October is recorded at a refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Saint Lucia Estuary is 77%.

Rainfall

In Saint Lucia Estuary, in October, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Saint Lucia Estuary, there are 196.2 rainfall days, and 699mm (27.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa, in October, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).
Note: For someone sensitive to cold, swimming in 22.8°C (73°F) waters can be invigorating, especially when considering elements like sunshine, wind, and current air temperature. (As a reference, Olympic swimming waters are kept between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Saint Lucia Estuary is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 18:09 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint Lucia Estuary are July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay vigilant! UV rays get a boost in intensity due to sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

The high-temperature, in October, in Saint Lucia Estuary, records 23.4°C (74.1°F), while the low-temperature is 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in February is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

The average relative humidity in October in Saint Lucia Estuary is 77%.

How much does it rain in Saint Lucia Estuary in October?

In Saint Lucia Estuary, during October, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

In October, the average sea temperature in Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa, is 22.8°C (73°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.8°C (73°F) water.

What is the average length of the day in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

The average day length in October in Saint Lucia Estuary is 12h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, in Saint Lucia Estuary, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 18:09 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

The average sunshine duration in October in Saint Lucia Estuary is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Lucia Estuary?

The months with the lowest UV index are July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in October in Saint Lucia Estuary?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 23.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18°C).

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Average pressure in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 25.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (20.2km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (9.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average sea temperature in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in October: 22.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.7°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, September and October (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in October
Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Saint Lucia Estuary, 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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