TanzaniaThe weather in October in Dar es Salaam
It's hot in October in Dar es Salaam with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
October is a good month to be in Dar es Salaam for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2016, Dar es Salaam reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 96 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Dar es Salaam
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dar es Salaam. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Dar es Salaam | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 96 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Dar es Salaam with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Dar es Salaam is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Dar es Salaam
Temperature in October in Dar es Salaam over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam
Total precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam over the years
Daily UV index in October in Dar es Salaam
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Dar es Salaam, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Dar es Salaam by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dar es Salaam. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.