October weather forecast
Mbenje, Malawi

October, like September, in Mbenje, Malawi, is another fiery hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 37°C (98.6°F).

Temperature

Mbenje's October weather, marked by an average high temperature of 37°C (98.6°F) and an average low temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Mbenje, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Mbenje, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.3 days and collects up to 434mm (17.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mbenje, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 8, October is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
With the absence of protection, damage to skin and eyes can occur instantly. Ensure precautions are taken. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.