October weather forecastMatacuane, Mozambique

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Matacuane, Mozambique, is another warm spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Matacuane starts October with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), a minor shift from September's 27.3°C (81.1°F). In October, Matacuane encounters an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) during the night.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Matacuane, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Matacuane, Mozambique, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.8 days and collects up to 842mm (33.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October leads to these advisories:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

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

During October, Matacuane experiences an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In Matacuane, during October, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 33min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.4h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Matacuane, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a 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

27.3°C

28.5°C

29.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16km/h

17.1km/h

16.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.8

16.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average high temperature in October: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.1°C).

Average low temperature in October: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average pressure in October: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average wind speed in October: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average rainfall in October: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.7 days).

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

Average daylight in October: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

Average sunshine in October: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in October
Matacuane, Mozambique

Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).