October weather forecast
Kitwe, Zambia

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Weather in October

October in Kitwe witnesses a change in the weather pattern as it starts transitioning to a rainy season. From the hot and dry conditions of September, there is a noticeable cooling, although the temperatures remain relatively high. The average temperatures continue to be on the upper side with a slight increase in rainfall to 10mm (0.39"). The wind speed starts to drop, suggesting a shifting climate. This trend of falling temperatures and increasing rainfall is more pronounced as the city heads towards November.

Temperature

Kitwe's October weather, with an average high temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 36%.

Rainfall

In Kitwe, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Kitwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 929mm (36.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:07 CAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

With average high temperatures of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and lows of 19.1°C (66.4°F), October is the warmest month.

How hot is it in October?

During October, Kitwe experiences an average high-temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and a low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Kitwe, the average relative humidity in October is 36%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Kitwe, in October, during 4 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kitwe have in October?

In October, the average day length is 12h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:07 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 12.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average temperature in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 33.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and June (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Kitwe, Zambia

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average wind speed in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average humidity in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average rainfall in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (208mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average rainfall days in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average sunshine days in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average UV index in October - Kitwe, 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 January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Kitwe, Zambia

Average cloud cover in October - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in October
Kitwe, Zambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

Kitwe, Zambia

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