Mongu weather in October (Zambia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Mongu during October? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Mongu includes extremely high temperatures and low rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 36°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C. This month is known for its high temperatures, often being the hottest. Keep your summer wardrobe handy and enjoy the warmth responsibly.

Precipitation

Mongu in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 5 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 267 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Mongu, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 36°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 24 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 49%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 267 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in October

Find out more about the weather in Zambia 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

Camping

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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