October weather forecastKariba, Zimbabwe
October
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
Kariba witnesses the warmest weather in October, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and a low of 23°C (73.4°F).Humidity
In Kariba, the average relative humidity in October is 34%.Rainfall
Months with rainfall are January through July, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Kariba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 532mm (20.94") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 8, October is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in October translates into this advice:
Protection is paramount; otherwise, swift harm can come to the skin and eyes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kariba, Zimbabwe
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
