October weather forecast
Pemba Island, Tanzania

Taking a step forward from September, October brings minimal change in weather conditions on Pemba Island. As the dry season slowly draws to a close, visitors and locals can continue to enjoy outdoor activities due to pleasant temperatures. The relaxed climatic conditions have a slight tilt towards the wet season with the rainfall average standing at 100mm (3.94"), a notable increase from September's records. This is a time to enjoy the serene environment of the Island full of life and unique biodiversity. The increase in rainfall does, however, enrich more the inhabitants' green environment.

Temperature

Pemba Island's average high-temperature in October is a hot 30°C (86°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 29°C (84.2°F) of September. The low-temperature in Pemba Island averages to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F) during the nights of October.

Rainfall

In Pemba Island, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 100mm (3.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Pemba Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 1373mm (54.06") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Pemba Island, the average seawater temperature in October is 26.7°C (80.1°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Pemba Island, Tanzania, is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:13 EAT.

Sunshine

January, February, September through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pemba Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 12 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on overcast days, including after every swim or outdoor activity. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.