October · Oman
Best time to visit Salalah in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salalah in October
Average temperature 26°C, 13 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
9.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
October in Salalah scores 9.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salalah is Oman's southern Dhofar capital, green in the monsoon and planted with coconut and banana groves.
October ranks 6th of 12 for Salalah — one of the best windows
Days in October average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 71% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 13 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Salalah at 9.8/10 (6th of 12), just behind March at 9.9/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salalah in October?
- In October, Salalah averages 26°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Salalah?
- October earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salalah in October?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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