Kakamas weather in October (Northern Cape, South Africa)

Is October a good time to explore Kakamas weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The weather in Kakamas during October is typically perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 15°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kakamas in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. You can typically expect a single day days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 328 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Kakamas, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 4%  

Precipitation 11 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 33% *  

Sunshine 328 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Upington, South Africa (70 KM, 43 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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kakamas.

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