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Madikwe Game Reserve weather in October (North West, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Madikwe Game Reserve during October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

Temperatures

In October, Madikwe Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Precipitation

Madikwe Game Reserve in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 6 days.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 298 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.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Madikwe Game Reserve. April, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Madikwe Game Reserve, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 34 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 298 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Gaborone, Botswana (40 KM, 25 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.

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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

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