October weather forecast
Harare, Zimbabwe

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The magnificent cityscape of Harare city, Zimbabwe
The magnificent cityscape of Harare city, Zimbabwe

Weather in October

October in Harare sees a striking shift in weather as temperatures soar to their peak at 30.5°C (86.9°F). Along with this heat surge, rainfall increases from previous months' scarcity to a moderate 7mm (0.28") detail. This is the commencement of the region's summer, ringed by increased rainfall and the temperature at its zenith. October's increased rainfall signals the slow departure from the dry spell that has held since May with an upsurge in cloud cover.

Temperature

Harare experiences its highest temperatures in October, with an average peak of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Harare is 43%.

Rainfall

In Harare, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 538mm (21.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

Sunshine

In Harare, the average sunshine in October is 10.1h.

UV index

January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Harare?

Harare registers the average highest temperatures during October, with peaks of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and lows of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

How hot does it get in Harare in October?

The high-temperature during October is 30.5°C (86.9°F) and the low-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Harare?

The average relative humidity in October in Harare is 43%.

How many days does it rain in October in Harare?

In Harare, in October, during 4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Harare have in October?

In Harare, the average day length in October is 12h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Harare?

On the first day of October in Harare, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Harare have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Harare, Zimbabwe, is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Harare?

January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Harare.

How high is the UV index in October in Harare?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average temperature in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in October: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

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Average rainfall in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in October: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in October - Harare, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in October
Harare, Zimbabwe

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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