If you're looking for a destination with great weather in October, look no more – Damascus is a perfect choice. Expect average maximum temperatures of +27°C and plenty of sunshine, with around 17 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 5 rainy days. So, pack your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
53%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
17 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Damascus has great weather in October.
Average temperature in Damascus in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Damascus for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +28°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +10°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +26°C.
Is Damascus warm or cold in October?
Damascus is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +33°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +19°C to +15°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Damascus:
Climate in Damascus in October
Damascus weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+33°C
+27°C
+20°C
Min. temperature
+11°C
+4°C
-3°C
Max. temperature
+41°C
+36°C
+29°C
Rainfall
1 mm
8 mm
20 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
48%
53%
63%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1014 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
27
17
10
Cloudy days
1
9
13
Rainy days
2
5
7
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as great as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +33°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +27°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 1 mm to 8 mm.Humidity rises from 48% to 53%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 27 sunny days in September to 17 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Damascus in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Damascus is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Damascus based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 1 mm, with a 3% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Damascus is amazing in October with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Damascus wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Damascus?
This is the weather in Damascus in October 2023:
1 October
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+27°C
2 October
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+26°C
3 October
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+28°C
4 October
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+28°C
5 October
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+26°C
6 October
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+32°C
7 October
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+29°C
8 October
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+30°C
9 October
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+31°C
10 October
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+28°C
11 October
☁️
+27°C
12 October
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+28°C
13 October
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+29°C
14 October
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+28°C
15 October
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+25°C
16 October
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+26°C
17 October
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+26°C
18 October
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+27°C
19 October
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+26°C
20 October
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+26°C
21 October
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+27°C
22 October
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+28°C
23 October
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+28°C
24 October
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+28°C
25 October
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+28°C
26 October
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+29°C
27 October
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+28°C
28 October
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+31°C
29 October
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+27°C
30 October
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+26°C
31 October
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+26°C
In October 2023 Damascus had 16 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 52%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Damascus climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Damascus in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+22°C) and the highest in 2010 (+27°C). The driest year was 1999 with only 70 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1994 with 283 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Damascus in October:
Is October a good time to visit Damascus?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Damascus, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Damascus.
Can you sunbathe in Damascus in October?
October is warm in Damascus. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Damascus rainy in October?
Damascus is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Damascus in October?
The amount of sunny days in Damascus during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Damascus, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.