October weather forecastWanseko, Uganda

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Wanseko, Uganda, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Wanseko registers a consistent average low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during October.

Heat index

October's average heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Wanseko, Uganda, is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Wanseko is October, when the rain falls for 21.7 days and typically aggregates up to 86mm (3.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Wanseko, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wanseko is October, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Wanseko, 30.6°C (87.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.9°C (67.8°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In Wanseko, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

October is the month with the most rainfall in Wanseko, Uganda. Rain falls for 21.7 days and accumulates 86mm (3.39") of precipitation.

In October, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout October, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 4min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in Wanseko, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

October has the least sunshine of the year in Wanseko, Uganda, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

In Wanseko, Uganda, the average sunshine duration in October is 9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Wanseko are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Wanseko, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

31.1°C

30.6°C

30.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.4km/h

5.3km/h

5.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.2

6.5

11.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average high temperature in October: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (29.6°C).

Average low temperature in October: 19.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average wind speed in October: 4.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average rainfall in October: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average rainfall days in October: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wanseko, 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 0min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average sunshine days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Wanseko, Uganda

Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September and October (9km).