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

What kind of weather does October bring to Madikwe Game Reserve? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Madikwe Game Reserve generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 32°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 19°C. With its high temperatures, this month often tops the charts as the hottest. Be sure to pack summer gear and stay prepared for the heat.

Precipitation

Madikwe Game Reserve in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 298 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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 Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 34 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Sunshine 298 hours *  

Percentage 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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