October weather forecast
Samfya, Zambia

October

Weather in October

October observes a further shift towards increased moisture and cloud cover. The warm temperatures slowly yield to cooler averages, signalling a shift in weather. Winds maintain mild gusts, dispersing the incremental humidity across Samfya. Despite clearer skies and abundant sunlight, a distinct wetness marks the air. Indeed, in a break from the past few months, October receives a modest 10mm (0.39") of rainfall on average.

Temperature

Samfya's warmest temperatures are experienced in October, with average high temperatures of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and lows of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

In Samfya, the average relative humidity in October is 38%.

Rainfall

January through May, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 rainfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Samfya, Zambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 1243mm (48.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
The warmest month in Samfya is October, with an average high-temperature of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F).
How hot does it get in October?
October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 38%.
When does it start raining?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.2 rainfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Samfya have in October?
In Samfya, the average day length in October is 12h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Samfya have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 10h.
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.
How high is the UV index in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Samfya, 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 January (25.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12°C).

Average pressure in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 38%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 10mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (267mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Samfya, 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, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Samfya, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in October
Samfya, 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, February and March (7km).

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