Temperatures in October
It's warm in October in Johannesburg with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Johannesburg in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Johannesburg with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 13°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 28°C, with nights close to 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Johannesburg will be around 28°C, with nights close to 15°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Johannesburg. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Johannesburg in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
48 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Johannesburg?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Johannesburg. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Johannesburg in October
With 35°C, Johannesburg hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Johannesburg
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Johannesburg, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Johannesburg
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Johannesburg, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Johannesburg.
Daily UV Index in October in Johannesburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Johannesburg, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Johannesburg Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Johannesburg, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Johannesburg Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Johannesburg, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Johannesburg
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Average Weather in Johannesburg by Month
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