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
During the warmest month, October, temperatures average a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low of 18.5°C (65.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 37%.Rainfall
Months with rainfall are January through July, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.5 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Lusaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 642mm (25.28") of precipitation.Daylight
In Lusaka, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 27min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 12.1h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 7, October is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average high temperature in October: 32.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 18.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average wind speed in October: 13.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average humidity in October: 37%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average rainfall in October: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (176mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.4 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in October: 27.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2 days).
Average UV index in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average UV index in October: 7
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in October: 8
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in October
Lusaka, Zambia
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).
Lusaka, Zambia
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