Weather in October in KwaZulu-Natal
Planning a journey to KwaZulu-Natal this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in KwaZulu-Natal in October?
KwaZulu-Natal is a region in South Africa. October in KwaZulu-Natal generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Drakensberg Garden at 20°C to warm in Jozini at 29°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Jozini and 7°C in Drakensberg Garden.
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In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Manguzi with an average of 63 mm to heavy rainfall in Bonjaneni with 176 mm.Average sunshine
Durban enjoys a balanced 169 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For specific regional insights in KwaZulu-Natal for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our KwaZulu-Natal climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in KwaZulu-Natal?
Durban
In October Durban generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Newcastle
In October Newcastle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Ladysmith
In October Ladysmith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Van Reenen
In October Van Reenen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Vryheid
In October Vryheid generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to visit KwaZulu-Natal?
We believe that October is one of the best times to visit KwaZulu-Natal with overall perfect weather in Durban. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December provide perfect weather in Durban.
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