October weather forecast
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in October

October in Bukavu marks a significant shift in weather patterns, as rainfall multiplies from the previous month. The city witnesses robust spells of rain mingled with constant temperatures and approximately constant hours of daylight and sunshine. The transition to the wet season is visible, and the city's daily life adapts accordingly. Distinctively, October records a significant jump in average rainfall to 149mm (5.87"), signifying the full-fledged comeback of the city's familiar wet climate.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Bukavu coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F), indicating a minimal shift from September's 24.6°C (76.3°F). Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) is experienced.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 27.5 days. Throughout October, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bukavu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1224mm (48.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:54 CAT.

Sunshine

In Bukavu, the average sunshine in October is 9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo. The months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, in October, the average high-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.2°C (59.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, during October, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bukavu have in October?

In October, the average day length in Bukavu is 12h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bukavu?

On the first day of October in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:54 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bukavu have in October?

In Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average sunshine duration in October is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the highest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in October: 24°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in October: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in October: 149mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in October: 27.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in October - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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