October weather forecast
Mangula, Zimbabwe

October

Weather in October

The warmth continues into October with a slight increase in temperatures, reaching a yearly high of 32.7°C (90.9°F). This month witnesses the return of scattered rain showers with rainfall measured at 5mm (0.2"). Nevertheless, the duration and intensity of these showers do not significantly disrupt outdoor activities. As humidity remains on the lower side and rainfall is minimal, the weather remains pleasant for the majority of the day.

Temperature

October is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 32.7°C (90.9°F) and as low as 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

January through May, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 636mm (25.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mangula, the average sunshine in October is 10.8h.

UV index

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?
Mangula's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in October, with a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).
How hot is it in October?
The average high-temperature, in October, in Mangula, is 32.7°C (90.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Mangula, the average relative humidity in October is 36%.
When does it start to rain?
October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 3.4 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Mangula have in October?
The average day length in October is 12h and 29min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 10.8h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in October?
In Mangula, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in October: 32.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.6°C).

Average pressure in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in October: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in October: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (190mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mangula, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2 days).

Average UV index in October - Mangula, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in October
Mangula, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 5).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

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

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

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