October weather forecastMtwara, Tanzania

October

Weather in October

October brings with it a slight increase in rainfall as compared to September, receiving about 28mm (1.1") throughout the month. Even though Mtwara, Tanzania experiences this uptick in moisture, the weather remains fairly dry. Beach activities and watersports participation increase due to a corresponding rise in sea temperature. A seamless transition of the weather from warm to mildly humid is obvious, pointing to a more significant increase in rainfall in the coming month.

Temperature

During January through April, October through December, Mtwara experiences its peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In October, in Mtwara, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout October, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 1102mm (43.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Mtwara, Tanzania, is 26.4°C (79.5°F).
Note: Ideal surface water temperatures for any water activity fall between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), offering maximum enjoyment for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Mtwara is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of October in Mtwara, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Mtwara is October, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Employ all critical precautions. Guarding against sun damage is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Directly after outdoor activities or swimming, a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ should be applied generously and reapplied frequently. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January through April, October through December are known as Mtwara's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

In Mtwara, 31°C (87.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 21°C (69.8°F) is the average low-temperature during October.

In Mtwara, during October, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

In Mtwara, in October, the average water temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

In October, the average day length in Mtwara is 12h and 20min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

The month with the most sunshine in Mtwara, Tanzania, is October, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mtwara is 10h.

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Mtwara.

In Mtwara, Tanzania, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average high temperature in October: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29°C).

Average low temperature in October: 21°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (19°C).

Average rainfall in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average rainfall in October: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (4 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average sea temperature in October: 26.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (25.7°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average daylight in October: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

Average sunshine in October: 10h

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in October
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average UV index in October: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).