October weather forecast
Ikungu, Tanzania

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ikungu, Tanzania, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.7°C (89.1°F) and 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of October notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), subtly shifted from September's 32.2°C (90°F). A marked drop from daytime peak temperatures to an average low-temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F) is observed during the nights in October in Ikungu.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 46%.

Rainfall

In Ikungu, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 585mm (23.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ikungu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In Ikungu, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in October?
In Ikungu, 31.7°C (89.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.4°C (66.9°F) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Ikungu?
The average relative humidity in October is 46%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Ikungu, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Ikungu have in October?
In Ikungu, the average day length in October is 12h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ikungu?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Ikungu have in October?
In Ikungu, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.7h.
How high is the UV index in October?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in October: 31.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1014.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in October: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (38%).

Average rainfall in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in October: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, March and April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

Average UV index in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is March (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March, April and December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Ikungu, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).

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