October weather forecast
Kariba, Zimbabwe

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Weather in October

October in Kariba, Zimbabwe signifies a season transition, as the dry season makes way for the wet season. A notable increase in temperature to a high of 35.8°C (96.4°F), along with the first signs of rainfall since April, marks the initiation of changes. This period exhibits some of the hottest temperatures, accompanied by an increase in humidity. The changes not only break the monotony of the prolonged dry spell but also signal the incoming wet season. As October transitions into November, the influence of the wet season is set to become more apparent.

Temperature

In Kariba, the peak temperatures are generally noted in October, averaging a high of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and a low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kariba is 34%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Kariba are January through July, October through December. October is the first month it rains in Kariba. Throughout October, in the average 2 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 532mm (20.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of October in Kariba, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.2h 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 in Kariba. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 8 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure you act responsibly. Without precautions, skin and eyes can suffer. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Kariba?

October brings the highest temperatures in Kariba, with an average high of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

How hot is it in Kariba in October?

In October, in Kariba, the average high-temperature is 35.8°C (96.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Kariba?

In October, the average relative humidity in Kariba is 34%.

When does it start to rain in Kariba?

October is the first month it rains in Kariba, Zimbabwe. Throughout October, in the average 2 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kariba?

In October, the average day length in Kariba is 12h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Kariba?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Kariba?

The month with the most sunshine in Kariba, Zimbabwe, is October, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kariba have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Kariba, Zimbabwe, is 12.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Kariba?

October is the month with the highest UV index in Kariba, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

How high is the UV index in October in Kariba?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kariba, Zimbabwe, is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average temperature in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in October: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in October: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in October: 28 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average UV index in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in October: 8

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in October - Kariba, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in October: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe

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

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

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