Mafikeng in October
8.1out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
14°CAvg low
7Rainy days (45 mm)
12:38 hDaylight
05:44Sunrise · 18:21 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 | 29°C | 18°C | 89 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 28°C | 17°C | 90 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 71 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 24°C | 12°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 22°C | 7°C | 18 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| June | 20°C | 4°C | 9 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.6 |
| July | 20°C | 4°C | 3 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| August | 23°C | 7°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| September | 27°C | 11°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 28°C | 14°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 69 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| December | 29°C | 17°C | 87 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mafikeng in October?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 14°C.
When is the best time to visit Mafikeng?
The best months are August, May, September, July.