Somalia

Somalia Weather in October

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

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Hobyo Las- Anod Bosaso Bardera

Planning a trip to Somalia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Somalia in October

October in Somalia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Hobyo at 29°C (84°F) to very hot in Bardera at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Bardera and 25°C (77°F) in Hobyo. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Somalia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bosaso with an average of 10 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Belet Uen with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Explore Somalia by month

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January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) July29°C (84°F) This monthAugust29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Somalia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Somalia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Somalia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Somalia?

Temperature range in Somalia (October)

Precipitation variation in Somalia (October)

Hargeisa

In October Hargeisa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Hargeisa →

Bardera

In October Bardera generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
Climate in Bardera →

Belet Uen

In October Belet Uen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Belet Uen →

Bosaso

In October Bosaso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bosaso →

Chisimayo

In October Chisimayo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
248 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobyo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Las- Anod 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Bosaso 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Bardera 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mogadishu 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Hargeisa 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)

Somalia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Somalia in October?

Somalia typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hargeisa average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Somalia in October?

In Hargeisa, the average daytime high in October is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Somalia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Somalia. Hargeisa averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Somalia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Somalia with overall excellent weather in Hargeisa.

On average, the best time to visit Somalia is in January, February, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Hargeisa. On the other hand, the months of April and May tend to have good weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Somalia.

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