October weather forecast
Balama, Mozambique

October witnesses a more pronounced return to warmth, with the city recording an increase in maximum temperatures. The rainfall levels experience an appreciable rise from 2mm (0.08") to 7mm (0.28"), setting the stage for the upcoming rainy season. Recuperating wind speeds and humidity levels complement the transition from a dry to a moist environment. A constant UV index implies a lasting intensity of sun rays, thereby enforcing the importance of sun protection. The city brims with vitality as the weather conditions oscillate between dry and wet.

Temperature

The temperatures reach their highest averages in October, with highs of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and lows of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 particularly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Balama, the average relative humidity in October is 57%.

Rainfall

In Balama, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Balama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 669mm (26.34") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balama, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 17:26 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Balama is 9.4h.

UV index

September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.