October weather forecast
Piggs Peak, Swaziland

October

Weather in October

As October embraces Piggs Peak, a swift change in weather is underway. Average high temperatures still settle at a cozy 24.6°C (76.3°F). With a significant increase in rainfall to 64mm (2.52") and a substantial rise in number of rainy days to 17 days, October sets prelude to the wet season. Similar to other transition months, relative humidity rises to 70%. Thus, the month experiences a balance of dry and wet days as it prepares for the forthcoming heavy rains.

Temperature

Transitioning into October, Piggs Peak records an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.6°C (76.3°F), almost identical to September's 25.1°C (77.2°F). In the month of October, an average of 14.4°C (57.9°F) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

In Piggs Peak, in October, during 17 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Piggs Peak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 715mm (28.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:11 SAST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Piggs Peak in October?
October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and a low-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.
How much does it rain in Piggs Peak in October?
In Piggs Peak, during October, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
The average day length in October is 12h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:11 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In Piggs Peak, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average temperature in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in October: 24.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (20.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).

Average pressure in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average pressure in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average wind speed in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in October: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average humidity in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average rainfall in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in October: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average rainfall days in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.4 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average sunshine days in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.5 days).

Average UV index in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average UV index in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average cloud cover in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October - Piggs Peak, Swaziland
Average visibility in October
Piggs Peak, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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