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
Shamva's October weather, with an average high temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low temperature of 17°C (62.6°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.Heat index
During October, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
In Shamva, the average relative humidity in October is 46%.Rainfall
In Shamva, during October, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Shamva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 700mm (27.56") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:59 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9.9h.UV index
October is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in October: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 17°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in October: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in October: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).
Average rainfall in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in October: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (194mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in October: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in October: 24.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- 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 April, May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in October: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Shamva, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
Shamva, Zimbabwe
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