October weather forecastMaputo, Mozambique

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October

Weather in October

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.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Maputo experiences an average high-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) and a low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Maputo, Mozambique, is 65.5%.

In Maputo, in October, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation.

In Maputo, Mozambique, in October, the average water temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 23.1°C (73.6°F).

In Maputo, Mozambique, the average day length in October is 12h and 43min.

In October, on the first day of the month, 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.

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

In Maputo, Mozambique, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

In Maputo, Mozambique, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

26.1°C

26.5°C

27.4°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

3.2

5.5

7.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average high temperature in October: 26.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.4°C).

Average low temperature in October: 18.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

Average humidity in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average humidity in October: 65.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63.5%).

Average rainfall in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average rainfall in October: 54.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (171.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (15mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average sea temperature in October: 23.1°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (22.2°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average daylight in October: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average UV index in October
Maputo, Mozambique

Average UV index in October: 10

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).