October weather forecast
Rundu, Namibia

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Weather in October

October in Rundu is typically hot, marking the transition from the dry season to the beginnings of a wetter season as the year-end approaches. October registers the first rose in rainfall since May, indicating the city's shift towards a more humid climate. Employees in Rundu, changes in the previously dominant arid environment are noticeable. A marginal drop in temperatures and wind speed further distinguishes October. The addition of rain helps cool the environment, ushering in an appealing change from the preceding dry months.

Temperature

October is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and an average low of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

In Rundu, the average relative humidity in October is 25%.

Rainfall

January through May, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 4.6 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Rundu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89 days and collects up to 324mm (12.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Rundu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:47 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

With its average high temperature of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a low of 20.4°C (68.7°F), October is regarded as the warmest month in Rundu, Namibia.

How hot does it get in October?

In October, in Rundu, the average high-temperature is 36.3°C (97.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.4°C (68.7°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 27°C (80.6°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Rundu is 25%.

When does it start to rain?

October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 4.6 rainfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Rundu have in October?

In Rundu, the average day length in October is 12h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:47 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average temperature in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average pressure in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average wind speed in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average humidity in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average humidity in October: 25%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).

Average rainfall in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average rainfall in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in October: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average rainfall days in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average sunshine days in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average UV index in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average cloud cover in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October
Rundu, Namibia

Average visibility in October - Rundu, Namibia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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