October weather forecastMzenga, Tanzania

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm spring month in Mzenga, Tanzania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Mzenga experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) in October, closely aligned with September's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Throughout the month of October, Mzenga expects an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mzenga, during October, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Mzenga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.3 days and collects up to 734mm (28.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mzenga, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

Sunshine

In Mzenga, Tanzania, the average sunshine in October is 8.9h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

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

Mzenga in October has an average high-temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In Mzenga, in October, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.

In Mzenga, the average day length in October is 12h and 16min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Mzenga, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Mzenga is 8.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Mzenga, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

28.5°C

29.5°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.5km/h

13.4km/h

11.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.5

5.5

6.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average high temperature in October: 29.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in October: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average pressure in October: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average wind speed in October: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average rainfall in October: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in October: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.5 days).

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

Average daylight in October: 12h and 18min

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

Average sunshine in October: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Mzenga, Tanzania

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).