October weather forecastUkonga, Tanzania

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Ukonga, Tanzania, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°C (85.1°F) and min 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), subtly diverging from September's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Ukonga experiences a consistent average temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) throughout the nights in October.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ukonga, Tanzania, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ukonga, in October, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ukonga, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ukonga, 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 in Ukonga. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in October leads to these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 29.5°C (85.1°F) and the low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Ukonga, Tanzania, is 76%.

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

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Ukonga, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

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

In Ukonga, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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
Ukonga, 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).