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Visiting Stone Town, Tanzania in October

The weather in October is slightly warmer than the previous month. October has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (87°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Stone Town.

October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (79°F). October is an excellent month for swimming in Stone Town with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

Consider visiting Stone Town in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Stone Town in October?

Yes, October is a great time for sunbathing in Stone Town.

October has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (87°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about October temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Stone Town in October?

Yes, October is an excellent month for swimming in Stone Town with very warm sea temperatures 26°C (79°F).

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in Stone Town?

Yes, October is a great time for a holiday in Stone Town.

October has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (87°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 84% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright. October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is a great time for sunbathing in Stone Town. Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (79°F). October is an excellent month for swimming in Stone Town with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is Stone Town warm in October?

Yes, Stone Town is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in October.

The average maximum temperature in Stone Town in October is 31°C (87°F). The average maximum temperature is 30°C (86°) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Stone Town in October is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Stone Town in October?

The average day light hours per day in Stone Town in October are 12.2. The sunshine percentage is 84% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Stone Town in October

The weather in October is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Stone Town in October is 31°C (87°F). The average maximum temperature is 30°C (86°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Stone Town in October is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Stone Town in October is 23°C (73°F). The minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 23°C (74°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Stone Town in October

The days in October are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into November. October has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During October the average day light hours are 12.2 per day in Stone Town. The sunshine percentage is 84% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.3hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Stone Town in October is typically 14.3 during October. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Stone Town in October

The average sea water temperature in Stone Town in October is 26.1°C (79.0°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

Rainfall in Stone Town in October

October has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise quickly into November. The average total rainfall in Stone Town in October is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 7.1 rainy days in October making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Stone Town in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Stone Town in October is 24°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22°C (72°F) in the previous month and 25°C (25°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Stone Town in October is typically 94.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.4% in the previous month and 96.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Stone Town in October is typically 76.9%. The average relative humidity is 74.4% in the previous month and 81.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Stone Town in October

The average maximum wind speed in Stone Town in October is typically 30KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 33KM/H (20MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Stone Town in October is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 7KM/H (4MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Stone Town in October is from the South East.

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