Yemen

Yemen Weather in October

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

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Socotra Riyan Kamaran Taiz

Thinking about venturing to Yemen 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 Yemen in October

The weather in Yemen in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Sanaa at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Kamaran at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Kamaran and 11°C (52°F) in Sanaa. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sanaa with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Taiz with 64 mm (2.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

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Best Places to Visit in Yemen in October

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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 Yemen

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

Temperature range in Yemen (October)

Precipitation variation in Yemen (October)

Mukalla

In October Mukalla generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mukalla →

Sanaa

In October Sanaa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sanaa →

Taiz

In October Taiz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Taiz →

Socotra

In October Socotra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Socotra →

Aden

In October Aden generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
296 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Aden →

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In our records: Yemen October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Yemen in our climate database (2003 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Yemen brought 78 mm (3.1 in) in Socotra on October 20, 2008.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Socotra 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Riyan 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Kamaran 34°C (93°F) 29°C (84°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Taiz 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Sanaa 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Mukalla 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Yemen weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Yemen in October?

In October, Yemen generally has pleasant weather conditions. Mukalla sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Yemen in October?

Mukalla averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Yemen get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Yemen. Mukalla averages only about 17 mm (0.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Yemen?

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

On average, the best time to visit Yemen is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Mukalla. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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