October is an ideal time to visit Salalah if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +32°C and about 21 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare 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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+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+20°C
Min.
+39°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Salalah has great weather in October.
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Average temperature in Salalah in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Salalah for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +35°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +32°C.
Is Salalah warm or cold in October?
Salalah is typically hot in October.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +25°C to +24°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Salalah:
Climate in Salalah in October
Salalah weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+32°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C
+20°C
+17°C
Max. temperature
+39°C
+39°C
+38°C
Rainfall
4 mm
8 mm
6 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
79%
65%
57%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1011 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
3
21
22
Cloudy days
23
8
5
Rainy days
4
2
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
October often has better weather than September.It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +31°C to +32°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 8 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 65%.Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 3 to 21.
November brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Salalah in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Salalah is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Salalah based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 54 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 36 mm, which is moderate rain.Salalah is amazing in October with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
October is one of the rainiest months in Salalah, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Salalah wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 10% chance of precipitation and 19 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Salalah?
This is the weather in Salalah in October 2024:
1 October
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+34°C
2 October
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+33°C
3 October
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+32°C
4 October
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+33°C
5 October
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+35°C
6 October
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+31°C
7 October
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+30°C
8 October
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+32°C
9 October
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+32°C
10 October
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+33°C
11 October
☀️
+31°C
12 October
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+33°C
13 October
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+33°C
14 October
☀️
+32°C
15 October
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+31°C
16 October
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+32°C
17 October
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+32°C
18 October
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+32°C
19 October
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+33°C
20 October
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+34°C
21 October
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+33°C
22 October
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+32°C
23 October
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+29°C
24 October
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+27°C
25 October
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+31°C
26 October
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+31°C
27 October
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+32°C
28 October
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+32°C
29 October
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+31°C
30 October
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+31°C
31 October
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+32°C
In October 2024 Salalah had 24 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Salalah climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Salalah in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2018 (+30°C) and the highest in 1990 (+32°C). The driest year was 2001 with only 5 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 481 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Salalah in October:
Is October a good time to visit Salalah?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Salalah, 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 Salalah.
Can you sunbathe in Salalah in October?
Absolutely, October is hot in Salalah. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Salalah rainy in October?
Salalah is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Salalah in October?
Yes, Salalah is sunny in October. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Salalah, 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.
