October Rainfall and Precipitation in The Garden Route
The Garden Route Weather by Month
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Best Places to Visit in the Garden Route in October
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Garden Route precipitation in October: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Garden Route, South Africa receive in October?
Rainfall in Knysna during October is on the lighter side, averaging about 65 mm (2.6 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in the Garden Route, South Africa in October?
Rainfall in Knysna typically falls on roughly 13 days days in October.
Is October part of the rainy season in the Garden Route, South Africa?
Not really. October is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Garden Route, South Africa.
What is the wettest city in October in the Garden Route, South Africa?
Looking at our data, Wilderness tops the wettest-cities list in the Garden Route, South Africa for October, with monthly rainfall averaging 67 mm (2.6 in).
What is the driest city in October in the Garden Route, South Africa?
Mossel Bay is the driest city we have data for in the Garden Route, South Africa in October, with monthly rainfall close to 49 mm (1.9 in).
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