October weather forecastMaramani, Zimbabwe

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another tropical spring month in Maramani, Zimbabwe, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.5°C (67.1°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into October shows a subtle variation to a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) from September's 30.2°C (86.4°F) in the average high-temperature. Maramani registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 19.5°C (67.1°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

October's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Maramani, during October, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Maramani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.8 days and collects up to 247mm (9.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Maramani, 31.5°C (88.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.5°C (67.1°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

In Maramani, in October, during 4.9 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in October is 12h and 37min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

30.2°C

31.5°C

31.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.4km/h

18.5km/h

18km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

26.1

23.2

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average high temperature in October: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.5°C).

Average low temperature in October: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in October: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in October: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in October: 45%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in October: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (66mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in October: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in October: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

Average sunshine in October: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in October
Maramani, Zimbabwe

Average visibility in October: 10km

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