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 sea temperature 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
October's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F) from September's 18°C (64.4°F). The average temperature during October nights dips to a moderate 13.2°C (55.8°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In October, in Cape Town, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cape Town, there are 111 rainfall days, and 435mm (17.13") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Cape Town, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.9°C (60.6°F).Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 15.9°C (60.6°F). Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Cape Town, South Africa, is 12h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of October, in Cape Town, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:13 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Cape Town is 9.5h.UV index
In Cape Town, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during October leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Cape Town?
What is the average humidity in October in Cape Town?
How many days does it rain in October in Cape Town?
What is the sea water temperature in October in Cape Town?
What is the average length of the day in October in Cape Town?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cape Town?
How long on average sun shines in October in Cape Town?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Cape Town?
Average temperature in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average high temperature in October: 20.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 13.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (10.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average pressure in October: 1017.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average wind speed in October: 15.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, August and September (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, April and December (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average rainfall in October: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in October: 15.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (18.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.3°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in October
Cape Town, South Africa
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Cape Town, South Africa
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