October weather forecast
Mapiri, Zambia

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a hot spring month in Mapiri, Zambia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.5°C (65.3°F) and an average high of 32.6°C (90.7°F).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is October, with temperatures averaging a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 37%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through July, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mapiri, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 642mm (25.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of October, in Mapiri, Zambia, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.

UV index

October is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?
Mapiri's warmest month, October, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) to a low of 18.5°C (65.3°F).
How hot does it get in October?
The high-temperature, in October, in Mapiri, records 32.6°C (90.7°F), while the low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Mapiri, the average relative humidity in October is 37%.
When does it start to rain?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
The average day length in October is 12h and 27min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 12.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
October is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in October?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mapiri, 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 (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (176mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.4 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2 days).

Average UV index in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in October
Mapiri, Zambia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).

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