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 »
  In Samara in October, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In October, in Samara the rain falls for 1 days.
• El-Aaiún - October »
  Throughout October, the temperature in El-Aaiún falls to an average low of 18°C (64.4°F). In the transition from September to October, El-Aaiún reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month.
• Tichla - October »
  Tichla marks the onset of October with an average high-temperature of a torrid 38°C (100.4°F), a subtle shift from September's 40.2°C (104.4°F). In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tichla are 38°C (100.4°F) and 28°C (82.4°F) respectively.
• Peninsula de Rio de Oro - October »
  On the last day of October, in Peninsula de Rio de Oro sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 19:25 +01. In Peninsula de Rio de Oro during October, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
• 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. On the first day of October in Guelta Zemmur, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 19:36.
• Bu Craa - October »
  The months with the most rainfall in Bu Craa are September and October, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Bu Craa sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 19:09 +01.
• Oum Dreyga - October »
  In Oum Dreyga during October, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Oum Dreyga, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 19:14 +01.
• Metmárfag - October »
  What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Metmárfag? In October, the average sunshine duration in Metmárfag is 9.4h.
• Laayoune Plage - October »
  In October, the average relative humidity in Laayoune Plage is 64%. On the first day of October in Laayoune Plage, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:39.