Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Weather in October

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

Thinking about venturing to Turkmenistan this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Turkmenistan in October

October in Turkmenistan generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Turkmenbashi to 26°C (79°F) in Esenguly. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Esenguly and 13°C (55°F) in Turkmenbashi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Turkmenistan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Türkmenabat with an average of 4.9 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Esenguly with 34 mm (1.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ashgabat enjoys about 217 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Turkmenistan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Turkmenistan - and find the best time to visit. (based on Baýramaly)

Best Places to Visit in Turkmenistan in October

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Turkmenistan

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

Temperature range in Turkmenistan (October)

Precipitation variation in Turkmenistan (October)

Ashgabat

In October Ashgabat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
217 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Baýramaly

In October Baýramaly generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
247 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Turkmenbashi

In October Turkmenbashi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
229 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Türkmenabat

In October Türkmenabat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
24°C (75°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
268 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Esenguly

In October Esenguly generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
218 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baýramaly 25°C (77°F) 9°C (48°F) 6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Turkmenbashi 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Türkmenabat 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Esenguly 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Ashgabat 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Turkmenistan weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Turkmenistan in October?

In October, Turkmenistan generally has excellent weather conditions. Ashgabat sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Turkmenistan in October?

Daytime temperatures in Ashgabat peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in October, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Turkmenistan get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Ashgabat averages just 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Turkmenistan.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Turkmenistan?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Turkmenistan. Typically, the climate in Ashgabat is excellent.

On average, the best time to visit Turkmenistan is in April, May and October with generally excellent weather in Ashgabat. On the other hand, the months of January, February, June, July and August tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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