October weather forecast
Okahandja, Namibia

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Weather in October

October ushers in heat, with temperatures soaring to 29.5°C (85.1°F). The rainfall level tallies at 11mm (0.43"), just enough to add a slight coolness to the warming city. Okahandja begins to shake off the subtleties of spring, gradually moving towards a hot climate. Despite the return of rains, the overall dryness resists any significant change. The look of Okahandja towards the end of October starts to mirror the hot and dry conditions prevalent at the year's start.

Temperature

Okahandja witnesses its highest temperatures in October and November, reaching an average of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 19%.

Rainfall

In Okahandja, in October, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.2 rainfall days, and 304mm (11.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Okahandja, Namibia, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In Okahandja, the average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October leads to these advisories:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?

Okahandja witnesses its peak temperatures during October and November, when the average high-temperature reaches 29.5°C (85.1°F).

How hot is October?

In Okahandja, in October, the average high-temperature is 29.5°C (85.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.1°C (61°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What are the least humid months in Okahandja?

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 19%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Okahandja, the average relative humidity in October is 19%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout October, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Okahandja have in October?

In Okahandja, the average day length in October is 12h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:03 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Okahandja have in October?

In Okahandja, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average temperature in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 16.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).

Average pressure in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average pressure in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average wind speed in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average humidity in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average humidity in October: 19%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (19%).

Average rainfall in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average rainfall in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in October: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average rainfall days in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average sunshine days in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average UV index in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average cloud cover in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October
Okahandja, Namibia

Average visibility in October - Okahandja, Namibia
  • 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).

Okahandja, Namibia

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