October weather forecast
Moshi, Tanzania

October is relatively dry in Moshi with rainfall starting to increase to about 20mm (0.79") compared to the previous month. Temperatures also rise slightly to display the gradual return of warm weather. Additionally, the city starts receiving more daylight hours, signifying a transition to longer days. Notwithstanding the slight increase in rainfall, the number of bright sunny days remains high, keeping it pleasant. Plainly, October in Moshi signifies the gentle onset of warmer and longer days with a minimal increase in rain.

Temperature

The arrival of October brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a warm 28°C (82.4°F) in September to a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Moshi, after an intense day, registers a significant cooling to an average low-temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) throughout October.

Rainfall

In Moshi, in October, during 5 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moshi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99 days and collects up to 970mm (38.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Moshi, Tanzania, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in October leads to these recommendations:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim.