October weather forecastCaia, Mozambique

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Caia, Mozambique, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°C (94.5°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of October sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 34.7°C (94.5°F), subtly shifted from September's 33.4°C (92.1°F). In October, Caia endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Caia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.3 days and collects up to 601mm (23.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.