October weather forecast
Sun City, South Africa

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The Palace in Lost City, Sun City, South Africa, with a large water fountain in the front yard
The Palace in Lost City, Sun City, South Africa, with a large water fountain in the front yard

Weather in October

In October, the weather in Sun City sets the stage for the approaching summer season. The increase in temperatures endorsed by the relative spike in humidity gives rise to a warm atmosphere. The onset of seasonal rains is more evident, with increased rainfall recorded. Breezes become brisker as the city prepares itself for the warmer months ahead. The changing weather of October makes it a dynamic yet captivating period to visit Sun City.

Temperature

October's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Sun City reports a sharp reduction in temperature during October, averaging at a mild 15.8°C (60.4°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Sun City is 39%.

Rainfall

In Sun City, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sun City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 411mm (16.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of October in Sun City, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Sun City, South Africa, is October, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in October translates into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Sun City in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Sun City?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sun City, South Africa, is 39%.

How much does it rain in Sun City in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout October, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sun City have in October?

In Sun City, South Africa, the average day length in October is 12h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sun City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, in Sun City, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.

What month has the most sunshine in Sun City?

With an average of 11.9h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sun City?

The average sunshine duration in October is 11.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sun City?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sun City.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sun City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sun City is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average temperature in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average pressure in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average wind speed in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average humidity in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average humidity in October: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

Average rainfall in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in October: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall days in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average sunshine days in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average UV index in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, 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
Sun City, South Africa

Average cloud cover in October - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
Sun City, South Africa

Average visibility in October - Sun City, 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).

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