October weather forecastMawungwe, Uganda

October weather for Mawungwe, Uganda: October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Mawungwe, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°C (61.7°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F). The months with the lowest UV index in Mawungwe are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Mawungwe, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°C (61.7°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

The introduction of October notes a subtle temperature variation to a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F) from September's 27.2°C (81°F). An average low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) is noted in Mawungwe during the month of October.

Heat index

October's heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mawungwe, in October, during 29.7 rainfall days, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mawungwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.8 days and collects up to 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of October, in Mawungwe, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mawungwe is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mawungwe are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

During October, Mawungwe 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 combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In October, in Mawungwe, Uganda, the rain falls for 29.7 days. Throughout October, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

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

In Mawungwe, Uganda, the average day length in October is 12h and 6min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, in Mawungwe, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mawungwe, Uganda, is 9.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mawungwe is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, Uganda

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Mawungwe, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Mawungwe, Uganda

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).