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Mogadishu weather in October (Somalia)

What should you pack for a trip to Mogadishu in October? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In October, Mogadishu typically experiences high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 30°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 25°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Mogadishu in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 4 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 267 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Mogadishu. January, February, March, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mogadishu climate page with graphs.

 

Mogadishu, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 267 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Somalia in October

Find out more about the weather in Somalia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mogadishu.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Somalia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Somalia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.