October weather forecast
Zimba, Zambia

October

Weather in October

October holds the title for being the sunniest month in Zimba, Zambia, gifting the city an impressive 12.1 hours of sunshine each day. However, there's a distinctive shift, as a small amount of rainfall starts to dot the weather reports, marking an end to the dry season. The sunlit days, coupled with the occasional showers, make October an exciting month weather-wise in Zimba. The nip in the evening air, coupled with the first monsoon showers, concocts a fresh and soothing atmosphere throughout the city. As the transitional period between the dry and wet seasons, October carries its unique characteristics that give Zimba's weather its diverse charm.

Temperature

Zimba's October weather reaches an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F), making it the warmest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 27%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Zimba are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 rainfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 457mm (17.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of October in Zimba, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:20 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 8, October is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Skin and eyes are vulnerable without protection. Ensure you always take precautions. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
October, recording an average high temperature of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and a low temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F), is Zimba's warmest month.
How hot is it in Zimba in October?
During October, Zimba experiences an average high-temperature of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and a low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October is 27%.
When does it start raining?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.5 rainfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length is 12h and 29min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:20 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine in Zimba?
With an average of 12.1h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Zimba have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 12.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Zimba?
With an average maximum UV index of 8, October is the month with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Zimba is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average temperature in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 21.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

Average pressure in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average pressure in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average wind speed in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average humidity in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 27%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

Average rainfall in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average rainfall in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zimba, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average sunshine days in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average UV index in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average UV index in October: 8

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October - Zimba, Zambia
Average cloud cover in October
Zimba, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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