October weather forecast
Kafue, Zambia

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Weather in October

October swings in with summer-high temperatures, making it the warmest month in Kafue. The heat, combined with minimal rainfall, often results in a relatively dry atmosphere. The city welcomes longer hours of sunshine, making daylight prominent. Making October unique, is its recording of the highest temperature, reaching a peak of 33.7°C (92.7°F). Despite the prevailing heat, the energetic essence of Kafue is well preserved, offering delightful sights of Zambia’s wildlife.

Temperature

In Kafue, the peak temperatures are generally noted in October, averaging a high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Humidity

In Kafue, the average relative humidity in October is 34%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 718mm (28.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

Sunshine

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

In Kafue, October is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

How hot does it get in Kafue in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 20.2°C (68.4°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 34%.

When does it start to rain?

October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.1 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kafue have in October?

In Kafue, the average day length in October is 12h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Kafue?

October has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kafue have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 12.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Kafue?

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

Average temperature in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average temperature in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 33.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average pressure in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average wind speed in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average humidity in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average rainfall in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average rainfall days in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average sunshine days in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average UV index in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average cloud cover in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 7

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in October
Kafue, Zambia

Average visibility in October - Kafue, Zambia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

Kafue, Zambia

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