October weather forecast
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

October

Weather in October

As October sets in, Bulawayo experiences the year's highest temperatures, soaring to an average of 30.6°C (87.1°F). This change brings a tangible increase in warmth throughout the city, enhanced by a further decline in rainfall. Despite the heat, daylight and hours of sunshine remain generous. Periodic, light winds offer an enchanting respite from the sun's intensity. In essence, October embodies the essence of Bulawayo's sunny and warm weather, ideal for those seeking the thrill of the sun.

Temperature

In Bulawayo, temperatures reach their average annual highs in October, measuring 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a minimum average of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 39%.

Rainfall

In Bulawayo, in October, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Bulawayo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.6 days and collects up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bulawayo, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Bulawayo?
Bulawayo's temperatures peak on average in October, reaching 30.6°C (87.1°F) at their highest and 17.5°C (63.5°F) at their lowest.
Is it hot in Bulawayo during October?
In October, in Bulawayo, the average high-temperature is 30.6°C (87.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October in Bulawayo is 39%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Bulawayo, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length in Bulawayo is 12h and 34min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 12h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 12h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

Average pressure in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in October: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in October: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (64mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in October
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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