October weather forecast
Oman

October in Oman signifies the arrival of autumn, a season characterized by a noticeable decrease in temperatures compared to the sweltering summer months. Average temperatures during this time typically range between 27°C (80.6°F) and 35°C (95°F) across the majority of regions, providing a much-needed respite from the intense heat of the previous months.

In the capital city of Muscat, temperatures in October usually fluctuate between 26°C (78.8°F) and 35°C (95°F), a significant drop from the summer highs. Salalah continues to experience milder weather, with temperatures typically ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 33°C (91.4°F). The southern location of Salalah contributes to this relative coolness during the autumn months.

In the mountainous regions of Jebel Shams and Jebel Akhdar, temperatures also decrease in October. These areas typically experience temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F), offering a cooler alternative to the coastal and desert regions of the country.

October sees a slight increase in rainfall compared to the summer months, with an average of about 15mm (0.59") across the country. However, this increase in precipitation does not significantly impact the overall arid climate of Oman.

Compared to November, October is slightly warmer, signifying the transition from the heat of summer to the milder winter months. As the country progresses into November and December, the temperatures continue to decrease, marking the approach of Oman's winter season.

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• Muscat - October »
  October in Muscat is marked by the progressive departure of the harsh summer heat. Upon the onset of October, Muscat witnesses an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35°C (95°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month.
• Seeb - October »
  In October, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 43°C (109.4°F). On the first day of October in Seeb sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:54.
• Salalah - October »
  In Salalah in October, the average water temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). On the first day of October in Salalah, Oman, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:12.
• Bawshar - October »
  On the last day of October, in Bawshar, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:28 +04. In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:53.
• Sohar - October »
  On the last day of October, in Sohar, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:34 +04. In Sohar rain does not fall in June, August and October.
• Nizwa - October »
  On the first day of October in Nizwa sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:57. What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Nizwa?
• Sur - October »
  The average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 47°C (116.6°F). In Sur in October, the average water temperature is 28.7°C (83.7°F).
• Barka - October »
  In October, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 35°C (95°F). Barka's shift into October is marked by a subtle change to a tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F) from September's 35.9°C (96.6°F) in temperature.
• Khasab - October »
  On the first day of October in Khasab, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:01. In October, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 45°C (113°F).