October weather forecast
Kilosa, Tanzania

October signals the return of more robust heat and rains in Kilosa. Following the subtle temperature rise in September, October elevates the ambient warmth further. It becomes the hottest month of the year with a sweltering average high temperature of 30°C (86°F). The first inklings of the rainy season make their appearance, although rainfall remains less prevalent than in earlier wet months. The cautionary tale of October weather prepares the city for the impending tropical season.

Temperature

October is the warmest month in Kilosa, exhibiting average temperatures of 30°C (86°F) at the peak and 19.4°C (66.9°F) at the base.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kilosa is 69%.

Rainfall

In Kilosa, in October, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Kilosa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.5 days and collects up to 1392mm (54.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kilosa, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:26 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kilosa, the average sunshine in October is 8.6h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kilosa. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.