Ficksburg in October
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
11Rainy days (101 mm)
12:43 hDaylight
05:32Sunrise · 18:15 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±5.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 14°C | 152 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.5 |
| February | 26°C | 13°C | 112 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 24°C | 11°C | 111 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 21°C | 7°C | 70 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 19°C | 3°C | 33 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 16°C | -1°C | 17 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 16°C | -1°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 19°C | 1°C | 25 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 23°C | 6°C | 27 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| October | 24°C | 9°C | 101 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 25°C | 11°C | 137 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 26°C | 13°C | 160 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ficksburg in October?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Ficksburg?
The best months are September, May, August.