Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
Mufakose, Zimbabwe, 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
During October, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
In Mufakose, Zimbabwe, the average relative humidity in October is 43%.Rainfall
In Mufakose, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mufakose, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 538mm (21.18") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day 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 05:17 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.
Sunshine
In Mufakose, the average sunshine in October is 10.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average pressure in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average humidity in October
Mufakose, 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%).
Average rainfall in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average rainfall days in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average sunshine days in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average UV index in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Mufakose, 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).
Average visibility in October
Mufakose, 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).
