Normal weather for Dar es Salaam in October
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.
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.
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.
Dar es Salaam in October |
London | ||
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Average Temperature |
32°C | 15°C | |
High Temp |
33°C | 17°C | |
Low Temp |
31°C | 13°C | |
Total Precipitation |
96 mm | 115 mm | |
Rainy Days |
12 days | 14 days |
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Start of October
The month of October starts in Dar es Salaam with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 23°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 33°C, with nights close to 23°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Dar es Salaam will be around 32°C, with nights close to 24°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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October is a great month to be in Dar es Salaam for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Dar es Salaam in October
With 38°C, Dar es Salaam hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 16°C to a high of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Dar es Salaam
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Dar es Salaam, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Dar es Salaam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Dar es Salaam.
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.
Temperature in October in Dar es Salaam Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Dar es Salaam, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Dar es Salaam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Dar es Salaam
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Dar es Salaam. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Dar es Salaam by Month
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