October weather forecast
Kasama, Zambia

October brings the first signs of a shift in the weather pattern with a modest 14mm (0.55") of rainfall recorded. Despite the transition towards a wetter climate, long sunshine hours and clear skies remain prevalent characteristics. A noticeable decrease in UV index points to the tilt towards cooler, wet months. Wind speeds register a minor decrease corroborating the impression of an impending change in weather. October, thus, stands as a transitional month heralding the end of the dry season and the onset of the rainy season.

Temperature

October is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 32.1°C (89.8°F) and as low as 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 42%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 5.5 rainfall days, it receives 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. In Kasama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.2 days and collects up to 1198mm (47.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Kasama is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:52 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

August through November, 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: In October, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.