October weather forecast
Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

The dry spell breaks in October with the return of rainfall, amounting to 7mm (0.28"). The oncoming rainy season breathes life into the park's landscapes, as they start embracing a greener shade. Rain showers sporadically punctuate the warm days, adding a refreshed feeling to the atmosphere. With tolerable sunshine and daylight hours, October offers pleasing weather conditions for tourists to enjoy. Temperature shifts lean towards the warmer side as October advances towards November.

Temperature

Ruaha National Park transitions into October recording an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Ruaha National Park reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of October, with an average low-temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2 rainfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Ruaha National Park is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

June, August through October, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Employ all critical precautions. Guarding against sun damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Sunscreen of at least SPF 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often on overcast days, especially post swim or outdoor exercise.