Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
Vaalwater's warmest month, October, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) to a low of 15.5°C (59.9°F).Heat index
For October, the heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.Rainfall
In Vaalwater, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Vaalwater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 410mm (16.14") of precipitation.Daylight
In Vaalwater, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 40min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:21 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.9h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in October transforms into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average high temperature in October: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average pressure in October: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average humidity in October: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).
Average rainfall in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average rainfall in October: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 11h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Vaalwater, 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 May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in October: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Vaalwater, South Africa
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
