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
Weather in October
Temperature
The beginning of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Compared to daytime temperatures, Potchefstroom's temperature drops significantly, averaging a mild 14.5°C (58.1°F) during the nights of October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 36%.Rainfall
In Potchefstroom, South Africa, in October, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Potchefstroom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 310mm (12.2") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 44min.On the first day of October in Potchefstroom, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:28 SAST.
Sunshine
October and November, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Potchefstroom.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Potchefstroom. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Potchefstroom in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Potchefstroom?
How much does it rain in Potchefstroom in October?
How many hours of daylight does Potchefstroom have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Potchefstroom?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Potchefstroom?
How many hours of sunshine does Potchefstroom have in October?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Potchefstroom?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Potchefstroom?
Average temperature in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average high temperature in October: 28.2°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 14.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average pressure in October: 1015.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average wind speed in October: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average humidity in October: 36%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall in October: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (69mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 11h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- 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 May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in October: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in October
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- 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).
Potchefstroom, South Africa
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