October weather forecast
Chiredzi, Zimbabwe

October in Chiredzi witnesses a shift in weather towards higher temperatures. Climatic conditions indicate the arrival of warmer days, with the daily high peaking to 33.1°C (91.6°F) for the year. Rainfall increases slightly, suggesting the imminent arrival of the wet season. Cloud cover begins to increase, and the weather becomes more humid as October moves into November. Despite the rise in temperatures, cool evenings provide a welcome retreat from the daytime heat.

Temperature

In Chiredzi, October's average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), closely related to the preceding month. Chiredzi experiences a substantial divergence from daytime highs in October, with average lows hovering around an agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Chiredzi, the average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In Chiredzi, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 438mm (17.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Chiredzi, Zimbabwe, is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.