October weather forecast
Chingola, Zambia

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Weather in October

October brings a significant shift in the weather as Chingola enters the rainy season with rainfall increasing to 15mm (0.59"). Despite the return of the rains, the month benefits from a high number of sunshine hours per day. In keeping with the change in weather, the month sees an increase in humidity and a decrease in wind speeds. Coupled with consistent warm temperatures, October marks the continuous transition back to the climate conditions earlier in the year.

Temperature

October is Chingola's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and lows of 19°C (66.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Chingola, Zambia, is 37%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chingola, Zambia, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 1148mm (45.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Chingola is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:08 CAT.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Chingola?

October brings the highest temperatures in Chingola, with an average high of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and an average low of 19°C (66.2°F).

How hot does it get in Chingola in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Chingola, is 33.1°C (91.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Chingola?

In Chingola, the average relative humidity in October is 37%.

How much does it rain in Chingola in October?

In Chingola, Zambia, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Chingola have in October?

The average day length in October in Chingola, Zambia, is 12h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Chingola?

On the first day of October in Chingola, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:08 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Chingola?

With an average of 12.2h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Chingola.

How many hours of sunshine does Chingola have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Chingola is 12.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Chingola?

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Chingola.

How high is the UV index in October in Chingola?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Chingola, Zambia, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average temperature in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 33.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average pressure in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average wind speed in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average humidity in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 37%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

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Average rainfall in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average rainfall in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (247mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average rainfall days in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average sunshine days in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average UV index in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average cloud cover in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in October
Chingola, Zambia

Average visibility in October - Chingola, Zambia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (6km).

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