Ashgabat Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Ashgabat in October? Expect high temperatures reaching 23°C (73°F) during the day, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Ashgabat in October
Rain is expected on roughly 5 days, totalling around 17 mm (0.7 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.
Temperature in Ashgabat in October
Ashgabat has perfect weather in October, with days reaching 23°C (73°F) and nights cooling to 11°C (52°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in Ashgabat in October
With approximately 217 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.
Wind Speed in Ashgabat in October
Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during October. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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Ashgabat Temperature in October
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
17 mm (0.7 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
57%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
217 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ashgabat typically drop from around 27°C (81°F) at the start of October to approximately 20°C (68°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Average temperatures in October
Historical weather for Ashgabat in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ashgabat spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Ashgabat historical weather extremes in October
Based on weather observations in Ashgabat between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.
- The hottest October day on record in Ashgabat reached 39°C (102°F) (October 8, 2015).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 1°C (34°F) (October 25, 2016).
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What to Wear in Ashgabat in October
For Ashgabat in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.What To Do in Ashgabat in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Turkmenistan, check out our Ashgabat's climate page.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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