October weather forecast
Mongu, Zambia

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Weather in October

October divulges the first hint of revival of the monsoon, witnessing a small amount of rainfall in comparison to the previous months. Despite temperatures reaching their highest point at 35.9°C (96.6°F), a noticeable decrease in both daylight and sunshine hours is observed. Equally, the winds begin to slow down from the improved weather condition and the clarity of the skies slightly reduces. October retains a minimal cloud cover percentage, aiding in the retention of the heat, while humidity levels start to incline significantly.

Temperature

October is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 30%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Mongu are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 5.1 rainfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 743mm (29.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mongu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:30 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?

October is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 35.9°C (96.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

How hot does it get in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mongu, is 35.9°C (96.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 27°C (80.6°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 30%.

When does it start to rain?

October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 5.1 rainfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 12h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:30 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mongu have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 10.9h.

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 reading in October?

In Mongu, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average temperature in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average pressure in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and October (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average wind speed in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2km/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 March (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average humidity in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 30%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (23%).

Average rainfall in October
Mongu, Zambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (181mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average rainfall days in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mongu, 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: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mongu, Zambia

Average sunshine days in October - Mongu, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Mongu, Zambia

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

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Mongu, Zambia

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in October
Mongu, Zambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).

Mongu, Zambia

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