October weather forecast
Gwembe, Zambia

October

Weather in October

October in Gwembe mimics the dry and hot conditions of the preceding month. However, it's often the hottest month, and it initiates a transition away from the warmth of September. Winds speeds surge to an annual high of 12.9km/h (8mph), providing a much-needed relief from the sweltering heat. This month also marks the beginning of a transition towards less sunshine hours and gradual increase in rainfall.

Temperature

Gwembe's warmest month, October, registers temperatures that range from a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) to a low of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 32%.

Rainfall

January through July, October through December are months with rainfall in Gwembe. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Gwembe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 574mm (22.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gwembe, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?
With an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F), October is the warmest month.
How hot is it in October?
In October, in Gwembe, the average high-temperature is 32.6°C (90.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.6°C (67.3°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October is 32%.
When does it start raining?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
The average day length in October is 12h and 28min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Gwembe have in October?
In Gwembe, Zambia, the average sunshine duration in October is 12.2h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in October?
In Gwembe, Zambia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average temperature in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 32.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average wind speed in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average humidity in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average rainfall in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average rainfall days in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • 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 June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average sunshine days in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (5.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average UV index in October
Gwembe, 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, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October - Gwembe, Zambia
Average cloud cover in October
Gwembe, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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