October weather forecast
Saudi Arabia

October in Saudi Arabia is characterized by further decreases in temperatures as the country transitions more deeply into the autumn season. In Riyadh, temperatures drop significantly from September, averaging between 22°C (71.6°F) and 35°C (95°F). Similarly, coastal cities like Jeddah and Dammam experience milder weather, with average temperatures ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 35°C (95°F).

The northern regions, including Tabuk and Turaif, see a further decrease in temperatures, with daytime averages ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 30°C (86°F). At night, temperatures can dip below 15°C (59°F). The highland regions of Taif and Abha witness more comfortable weather, with temperatures fluctuating between 17°C (62.6°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall in October remains low but does increase slightly compared to September. The country-wide average precipitation tends to be around 10mm (0.39"), with the possibility of sporadic showers in the western and southwestern highlands.

Compared to September, October sees a more significant drop in temperatures, marking a distinct change in weather conditions as the country moves towards its mild winter. While the country remains predominantly sunny and clear, the cooler temperatures make October more conducive for outdoor activities and exploration, making it one of the more pleasant months for travel within Saudi Arabia.

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• Riyadh - October »
  October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a scorching 40.4°C (104.7°F) in September to a fiery hot 35.3°C (95.5°F). October is the first month it rains in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• Jeddah - October »
  Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) is recorded during the nights in October in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the average seawater temperature in October is 30.7°C (87.3°F).
• Mecca - October »
  In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during October, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. The average sunshine duration in October in Mecca is 9.7h.
• Medina - October »
  In October, in Medina the rain falls for 2 days. On the last day of October, in Medina, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:42 +03.
• Dammam - October »
  In Dammam in October, the average water temperature is 30°C (86°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted in Dammam during the month of October, with the average nighttime temperature settling at an agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F).
• Buraydah - October »
  In Buraydah in October, during 1.4 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Buraydah, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:50.
• Tabuk - October »
  On the first day of October in Tabuk, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of October, in Tabuk, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:49 +03.
• Abha - October »
  On the first day of October in Abha sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:58. On the first day of October in Abha sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:58.
• Khamis Mushait - October »
  In Khamis Mushait in October, during 3.6 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.
• Hail - October »
  Hail's October weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's very hot 36.3°C (97.3°F) to a hot 31.5°C (88.7°F). In Hail in October, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Najran - October »
  On the last day of October, in Najran, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:31 +03. In Najran, in October, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.
• Al Jubail - October »
  On the first day of October in Al Jubail, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:28. When are sunrise and sunset in October in Al Jubail?