The weather in October in Tanzania
It's hot in October in Tanzania with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for 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 34°C in 2015, Tanzania reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 121 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Tanzania
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tanzania. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Tanzania | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 121 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Tanzania with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 24°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 Tanzania is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Tanzania for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Tanzania is based on weather data from Zanzibar. Other places, like Serengeti National Park, Dar es Salaam or Ngorongoro Conservation Area, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Tanzania to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Tanzania
Temperature in October in Tanzania over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in 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 Tanzania
Total precipitation in October in Tanzania over the years
Daily UV index in October in Tanzania
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Tanzania, 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 Tanzania by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tanzania. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.