October weather forecast
Western Sahara

October in Western Sahara indicates a further progression into the autumn season, with a continued decrease in temperatures. Daytime temperatures typically range from 32°C (89.6°F) to 34°C (93.2°F), providing a continued respite from the summer heat. The nights further cool down, with temperatures generally dropping to between 22°C (71.6°F) to 24°C (75.2°F).

Mirroring the arid climate characteristic of the region, October maintains minimal rainfall, usually recording less than 10mm (0.39"). Clear, sunny skies prevail for most of the month, contributing to a prolonged duration of daylight and persistent daytime heat.

The coastal city of Dakhla, under the Atlantic Ocean's influence, continues to experience slightly moderated temperatures. The average high temperatures hover around 32°C (89.6°F), while the average lows drop to about 23°C (73.4°F). The morning fog, a result of coastal humidity, still occurs occasionally, providing a brief break from the typical aridity of the desert.

Compared to November, the subsequent month, October's weather is marginally hotter. November sees a further decline in average daytime temperatures, ranging from 28°C (82.4°F) to 30°C (86°F). September, the preceding month, experiences warmer daytime temperatures, usually ranging from 34°C (93.2°F) to 36°C (96.8°F).

Wind speeds in October start to decline, typically varying between 28 to 34km/h (21.1mph). Despite the decrease, dust storms may still occur, particularly in regions with loose, sandy soil. The weather conditions in October illustrate the continued transition from the heat of summer towards the cooler temperatures of the approaching winter months in Western Sahara.

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• Samara - October »
  October, being an autumn month in Samara, brings a further descent in overall average temperatures, in contrast to the hotter September. Samara's October weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a hot 33°C (91.4°F) in September to a still tropical 30°C (86°F).
• El-Aaiún - October »
  In El-Aaiún during October, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. On the first day of October in El-Aaiún, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 19:39.
• Tichla - October »
  In Tichla in October, during 2.6 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tichla in October, during 2.6 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Peninsula de Rio de Oro - October »
  On the first day of October in Peninsula de Rio de Oro sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:51. In October, the average sea temperature in Peninsula de Rio de Oro is 21°C (69.8°F).
• Guelta Zemmur - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Guelta Zemmur is October, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. October is the month with the most rainfall in Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara.
• Bu Craa - October »
  The months with the most rainfall in Bu Craa are September and October, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. The average relative humidity in October in Bu Craa is 64%.
• Oum Dreyga - October »
  In Oum Dreyga in October, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of October in Oum Dreyga, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 19:40.
• Metmárfag - October »
  The wettest months in Metmárfag are September and October, with an average 10mm (0.39") of rainfall. In October, the average sunshine duration in Metmárfag is 9.4h.
• Laayoune Plage - October »
  The months with the most rainfall in Laayoune Plage are September and October, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In the month of October, the average temperature in Laayoune Plage dips to a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F) during the night.