October weather forecast
Mufulira, Zambia

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Weather in October

October in Mufulira continues the trend of hot and dry weather. Cloud cover starts to increase but remains minimal. As the city welcomes relatively higher temperatures, the wind slows down further, making the hot temperatures more noticeable. Predictably, the barometric pressure decreases gradually, indicating the return of clouds and the imminent rainy period.

Temperature

October is the month when Mufulira's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and lows of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 37%.

Rainfall

In Mufulira, during October, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Mufulira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:49 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

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

With average high and low temperatures of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and 18.7°C (65.7°F) respectively, October is Mufulira's warmest month.

How hot is it in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mufulira, is 33.3°C (91.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Mufulira, Zambia, the average relative humidity in October is 37%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mufulira?

In October, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout October, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mufulira have in October?

The average day length in October is 12h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:49 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Mufulira have in October?

In Mufulira, the average sunshine duration in October is 12.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 7, October is the month with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average temperature in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in October: 33.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average pressure in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average wind speed in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average humidity in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average humidity in October: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average rainfall in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in October: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (249mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average rainfall days in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mufulira, 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: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average sunshine days in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (31 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (0.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average UV index in October - Mufulira, 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, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average cloud cover in October - Mufulira, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in October
Mufulira, Zambia

Average visibility in October - Mufulira, 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).

Mufulira, Zambia

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