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Oman Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oman in October.

Considering a trip to Oman this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Oman in October

October in Oman generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Masirah Island at 29°C (84°F) and very hot in Al Wāşil at 37°C (99°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Al Wāşil and 26°C (79°F) in Masirah Island. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Oman, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Al Buraymī with an average of 0.5 mm (0.02 in) to low rainfall in Mirbāţ with 13 mm (0.5 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Muscat typically receives 317 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Oman in October

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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Temperature range in Oman (October)

Precipitation variation in Oman (October)

Muscat

In October Muscat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
317 hours
292 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Salalah

In October Salalah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
314 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Sur

In October Sur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Seeb

In October Seeb generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
301 hours
315 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Sohar

In October Sohar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
283 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oman in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Muscat 33°C (91°F) 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Salalah 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Nizwa 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Al Buraymī 37°C (99°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Mirbāţ 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Masirah Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)

Oman weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oman in October?

In October, Oman generally has tolerable weather conditions. Muscat sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Oman in October?

Muscat averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Oman get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Oman during October, with Muscat averaging close to 1 mm (0.04 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Oman?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Muscat, October might be a good time to visit Oman.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Muscat. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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