October weather forecast
Maputo, Mozambique

Maputo greets October with a clear uplift in temperature. The early onset of summer gives a noticeable uplift in humidity, hinting at the approaching wet season. October welcomes back an increase in rainfall, from 44mm (1.73") in September to 55mm (2.17"). With the sea temperature rising, coupled with an increase in sunshine hours, it's an ideal time for outdoor activities. Maputo commences the transition from spring to summer in earnest by the end of the month.

Temperature

During October, Maputo records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.5°C (79.7°F), marking a slight divergence from September's 26.1°C (79°F). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 18.3°C (64.9°F) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 65.5%.

Rainfall

In Maputo, during October, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. In Maputo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.4 days and collects up to 814mm (32.05") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Maputo is 23.1°C (73.6°F).
Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 23.1°C (73.6°F) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Maputo is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of October in Maputo, Mozambique, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:05 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Maputo are October through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Maputo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 10 during October translates into the following directions:
Without proper safety measures, skin and eyes can be quickly harmed. Be sure to protect yourself. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. It's best to minimize time under the direct sun if you burn easily. Protect your skin with a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.