Lakeside weather in October (Western Cape, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Lakeside in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Lakeside typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Lakeside in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 278 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lakeside, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 278 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in October

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

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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 Lakeside in October?

For visitors traveling to Lakeside, 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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lakeside.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to South Africa? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in South Africa. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.