October weather forecastMongu, Zambia
October
Weather in October
October divulges the first hint of revival of the monsoon, witnessing a small amount of rainfall in comparison to the previous months. Despite temperatures reaching their highest point at 35.9°C (96.6°F), a noticeable decrease in both daylight and sunshine hours is observed. Equally, the winds begin to slow down from the improved weather condition and the clarity of the skies slightly reduces. October retains a minimal cloud cover percentage, aiding in the retention of the heat, while humidity levels start to incline significantly.Temperature
The warmest month is October, with an average high-temperature of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).Humidity
In Mongu, the average relative humidity in October is 30%.Rainfall
January through May, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 5.1 rainfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 743mm (29.25") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 27min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:30 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 10.9h.UV index
September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average high temperature in October: 35.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (27°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 21.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average pressure in October: 1009.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and October (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average wind speed in October: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average humidity in October: 30%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (23%).
Average rainfall in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average rainfall in October: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (181mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min
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: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in October: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in October
Mongu, Zambia
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
