AI-generatedBalaklava at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,210 h
- Rain a year
- 468 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Balaklava
Balaklava has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while January is the coolest at 7 °C. With around 2,210 hours of sunshine a year, Balaklava is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Balaklava
The best time to visit Balaklava is from July to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to June and from September to October. The wettest month is June with 49 mm of precipitation.
Balaklava through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Balaklava in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 10–20 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Balaklava in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–29 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Balaklava in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 13–24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Balaklava in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 7–9 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 2.6 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Snow
Jan
Snow on 2 or more days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:5918:03
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:41–07:39 · evening 17:24–18:21
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:30–06:41 · evening 18:21–18:33
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Balaklava compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 21° at the start of the month to 16° at the end. The sea cools from 20° to 16°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 16° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 9° |
| Sea | 20° | 16° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.3 h |
What is the weather like in Balaklava in October?
In October, Balaklava is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 4 min06:59 – 18:03
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 47 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %20 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %81 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Balaklava
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Balaklava: score 98 against 28. In August, days are 11 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in August. August has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 18° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 20° |
| Sea | 18.4° | 24.7° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 9.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 39 mm | 30 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Balaklava month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January7° · Sea 10° · 2.4 h
In January, Balaklava is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 9.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 46 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in January15February7° · Sea 9° · 3.3 h
In February, Balaklava is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 8.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 37 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in February19March10° · Sea 9° · 4.6 h
In March, Balaklava is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 8.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in March27April15° · Sea 10° · 6.3 h
In April, Balaklava is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 10.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in April37May20° · Sea 15° · 8.4 h
In May, Balaklava is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in May79June25° · Sea 20° · 9.5 h
In June, Balaklava is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in June96July28° · Sea 24° · 10.4 h
In July, Balaklava is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 29 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in July98August29° · Sea 25° · 9.7 h
In August, Balaklava is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in August79September24° · Sea 22° · 7.5 h
In September, Balaklava is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in September28October18° · Sea 18° · 5.1 h
In October, Balaklava is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in October17November13° · Sea 15° · 3.3 h
In November, Balaklava is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in November13December9° · Sea 12° · 2.1 h
In December, Balaklava is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 11.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 45 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Balaklava.
Balaklava in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Balaklava
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (1°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 37 days a year, mostly in July.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12 | 7° | 2° | 9.5° | 2.4 h | 10 | 46 |
| FebruaryFeb | 15 | 7° | 1° | 8.6° | 3.3 h | 8 | 37 |
| MarchMar | 19 | 10° | 4° | 8.7° | 4.6 h | 8 | 39 |
| AprilApr | 27 | 15° | 7° | 10.3° | 6.3 h | 7 | 37 |
| MayMay | 37 | 20° | 12° | 15.1° | 8.4 h | 8 | 38 |
| JuneJun | 79 | 25° | 17° | 20.4° | 9.5 h | 9 | 49 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 28° | 20° | 23.6° | 10.4 h | 6 | 29 |
| AugustAug | 98 | 29° | 20° | 24.7° | 9.7 h | 6 | 30 |
| SeptemberSep | 79 | 24° | 16° | 22.0° | 7.5 h | 6 | 35 |
| OctoberOct | 28 | 18° | 11° | 18.4° | 5.1 h | 7 | 39 |
| NovemberNov | 17 | 13° | 7° | 14.6° | 3.3 h | 7 | 44 |
| DecemberDec | 13 | 9° | 4° | 11.6° | 2.1 h | 9 | 45 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Balaklava
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.2 – 19.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Balaklava ranges from 8.6 °C in February to 24.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 23.8 and 25.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 9.5° | 8.4° | 10.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 8.6° | 7.7° | 9.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 8.7° | 7.9° | 9.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 10.3° | 9.5° | 11.1° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.1° | 13.8° | 16.4° | cold |
| JuneJun | 20.4° | 19.2° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.6° | 22.3° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.7° | 23.8° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.0° | 20.7° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.4° | 17.2° | 19.5° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 14.6° | 13.3° | 15.6° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 11.6° | 10.3° | 12.7° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Balaklava
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Balaklava, 46 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Balaklava: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Balaklava has about 7 rainy days with 39 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Balaklava
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 45 min
- Fair skin
- about 55 min
- Light brown skin
- about 75 min
- Olive skin
- about 95 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Balaklava
How breezy and how cloudy Balaklava is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Balaklava typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 47 % of the sky over Balaklava: variable cloud, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Balaklava
How often the day gets hot in Balaklava (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Balaklava has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Snow in Balaklava
Snow is possible in Balaklava, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Balaklava.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Balaklava
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Balaklava in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Balaklava has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13).
- 25
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
- 45
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 28
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 2.3 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 40 min
- Distance
- 2,620 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Balaklava vs Sevastopol
In October the holiday weather in Balaklava and Sevastopol is about equally good (score 28 vs 26). During the day it is about as warm in Sevastopol as in Balaklava. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Balaklava | Sevastopol |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 26 |
| Daytime high | 18° | 18° |
| Sea | 18° | 18° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | May – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Balaklava
When is the best time to visit Balaklava?
The best time to visit Balaklava is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Balaklava?
The sea temperature in Balaklava ranges from 8.6 °C in February to 24.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in Balaklava in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.4 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in Balaklava?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 7 °C.
When does it rain most in Balaklava?
The wettest month is June with 49 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 29 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Balaklava get?
Balaklava gets around 2,210 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.4 hours a day; in December there are 2.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Balaklava in?
Balaklava is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Balaklava?
A nonstop flight from London to Balaklava takes about 3 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,620 km.
Which school holidays are best for Balaklava?
Balaklava has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 25, May half-term 45, summer holidays 97, October half-term 28, Christmas holidays 13.