South AfricaThe weather in October in Ladysmith
It's warm in October in Ladysmith with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Ladysmith. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Ladysmith, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2016, Ladysmith reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 70 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Ladysmith
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ladysmith. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Ladysmith | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 70 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Ladysmith with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Ladysmith is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Ladysmith, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Ladysmith
Temperature in October in Ladysmith over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Ladysmith, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Ladysmith
Total precipitation in October in Ladysmith over the years
Daily UV index in October in Ladysmith
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Ladysmith, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Ladysmith by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ladysmith. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.