Normal weather for South Africa in October
It's warm in October in South Africa with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 15°C.
In October, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
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.
South Africa in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
24°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 14 days | |
The climate of South Africa is based on weather data from Cape Town. Other spots, like Krugerpark, Johannesburg or Stellenbosch, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in South Africa for a full picture of the climate.
Start of October
The month of October starts in South Africa with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 24°C, with nights close to 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in South Africa will be around 25°C, with nights close to 15°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Temperature records for South Africa in October
With 37°C, South Africa hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in South Africa, 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 South Africa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for South Africa, 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 6 days of rain in South Africa.
Daily UV Index in October in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in South Africa, 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 South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in South Africa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in South Africa, 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 South Africa
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Average Weather in South Africa by Month
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