October weather forecastButacho, Uganda

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Butacho, Uganda, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

Butacho notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F) in October, displaying minor variation from September. Butacho records an average low of 16.5°C (61.7°F) throughout the nights in October.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In Butacho, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Butacho, during October, the rain falls for 29.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Butacho, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Butacho experiences an average high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Butacho, in October, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 164mm (6.46") of accumulated precipitation.

In Butacho, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

In October, in Butacho, it doesn't snow. September is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Butacho, the average day length in October is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of October in Butacho, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Butacho are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average high temperature in October: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in October: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average pressure in October: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average wind speed in October: 4.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average rainfall in October: 164mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average rainfall days in October: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average sunshine days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Butacho, Uganda

Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).