Hillcrest weather in October (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

What's the typical weather in Hillcrest for October? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During October, Hillcrest is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 25°C. At night, they generally drop to 16°C.

Precipitation

Hillcrest in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 169 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hillcrest climate page with graphs.

 

Hillcrest, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Durban, South Africa (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in October

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Hillcrest, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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