October weather forecast
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

The zeal of Zebras and a giraffe on a vast brown grass field in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania
The zeal of Zebras and a giraffe on a vast brown grass field in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania

October

Weather in October

October in the Serengeti National Park signifies a gradual transition to the wetter season. Though temperatures maintain their steady range as seen over the dry spell. A palpable increase in rainfall is noted as the skies open up to bestow 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. Despite this shift, the UV index remains fixed while daylight hours remain generous. The prudent synchronization of weather trends enables a harmonious balance within the ecosystem.

Temperature

January through March and October represent the warmest period in Serengeti National Park, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Serengeti National Park, in October, during 9 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Serengeti National Park, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

Sunshine

January through March, June through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Serengeti National Park.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Serengeti National Park. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 12 in October leads to these guidelines:
Employ all critical precautions. Guarding against sun damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consistently applying sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF is a sure way to protect against sunburn and harmful radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?
Serengeti National Park's warmest period falls in January through March and October, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 28°C (82.4°F).
Is it hot during October?
The average high-temperature, in October, in Serengeti National Park, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).
How many days does it rain in October?
In Serengeti National Park, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length in Serengeti National Park is 12h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Serengeti National Park?
January through March, June through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
What is the UV index reading in October?
In Serengeti National Park, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in October - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average temperature in October
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in October: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March and October (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May, June and July (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13°C).

Average rainfall in October - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average rainfall in October
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in October: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average rainfall days in October
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (6 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in October - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average UV index in October
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in October: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).

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