AI-generatedDrymades at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Jul · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,700 h
- Rain a year
- 1,078 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 185 m
Climate in Drymades
Drymades has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,700 hours of sunshine a year, Drymades is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Drymades
The best time to visit Drymades is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to May and from September to October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 150 mm.
Drymades through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Drymades in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Drymades in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Drymades in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Drymades in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 12–13 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – May, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy 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
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:5118:03
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:34–07:27 · evening 17:27–18:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:23–06:34 · evening 18:20–18:31
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 Drymades compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Drymades in October?
In October, Drymades is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 128 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Drymades.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min06:51 – 18:03
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 47 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %52 %
- Seaweight 25 %74 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %60 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %59 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Drymades
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Drymades: score 93 against 61. In July, days are 10 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 20° |
| Sea | 22.2° | 23.8° |
| Sunshine | 6.6 h | 11.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 128 mm | 27 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 7 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Drymades month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January12° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In January, Drymades is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in January18February13° · Sea 15° · 5.3 h
In February, Drymades is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in February21March16° · Sea 15° · 6.5 h
In March, Drymades is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 105 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in March24April19° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h
In April, Drymades is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in April66May24° · Sea 19° · 8.7 h
In May, Drymades is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in May89June29° · Sea 22° · 10.4 h
In June, Drymades is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in June93July32° · Sea 24° · 11.3 h
In July, Drymades is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 27 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in July91August32° · Sea 25° · 10.1 h
In August, Drymades is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 36 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in August89September27° · Sea 24° · 8.2 h
In September, Drymades is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 101 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in September61October22° · Sea 22° · 6.6 h
In October, Drymades is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 128 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in October25November18° · Sea 20° · 5.0 h
In November, Drymades is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 150 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in November14December13° · Sea 18° · 4.4 h
In December, Drymades is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 129 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Drymades.
Drymades in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Drymades
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°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (4°), 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 December to March, so the room should be heated.
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 | 15 | 12° | 4° | 15.7° | 4.8 h | 12 | 107 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 13° | 4° | 15.0° | 5.3 h | 11 | 96 |
| MarchMar | 21 | 16° | 6° | 15.0° | 6.5 h | 11 | 105 |
| AprilApr | 24 | 19° | 9° | 16.0° | 7.2 h | 12 | 85 |
| MayMay | 66 | 24° | 14° | 18.7° | 8.7 h | 10 | 71 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 29° | 18° | 22.0° | 10.4 h | 7 | 45 |
| JulyJul | 93 | 32° | 20° | 23.8° | 11.3 h | 5 | 27 |
| AugustAug | 91 | 32° | 20° | 24.9° | 10.1 h | 6 | 36 |
| SeptemberSep | 89 | 27° | 17° | 24.1° | 8.2 h | 10 | 101 |
| OctoberOct | 61 | 22° | 13° | 22.2° | 6.6 h | 10 | 128 |
| NovemberNov | 25 | 18° | 9° | 20.1° | 5.0 h | 13 | 150 |
| DecemberDec | 14 | 13° | 5° | 17.5° | 4.4 h | 13 | 129 |
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 Drymades
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.4 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Drymades ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. 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 23.0 and 26.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.4° | 15.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.0° | 14.2° | 15.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.0° | 15.5° | 16.8° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.7° | 17.9° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.0° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.8° | 22.3° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.9° | 23.0° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.1° | 23.0° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.2° | 21.4° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 20.1° | 18.7° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 17.5° | 16.3° | 18.6° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Drymades
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 6.6 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Drymades, 59 % 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 Drymades: 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, Drymades has about 10 rainy days with 128 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Drymades
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 Drymades
How breezy and how cloudy Drymades 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 Drymades typically peaks at 12 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 Drymades: variable cloud, with about 6.6 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 Drymades
How often the day gets hot in Drymades (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, Drymades has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
Planning a trip to Drymades
Weather for your travel dates
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Drymades 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.
Drymades has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 23
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 71
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 92
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 61
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 55 min
- Distance
- 1,990 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- 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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Drymades vs Himarë
In October the holiday weather in Drymades and Himarë is about equally good (score 61 vs 62). During the day it is about as warm in Himarë as in Drymades. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Drymades | Himarë |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 61 | 62 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 22° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Drymades
When is the best time to visit Drymades?
The best time to visit Drymades is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Drymades?
The sea temperature in Drymades ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Drymades in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Drymades?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Drymades?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 150 mm. The driest month is July with 27 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Drymades get?
Drymades gets around 2,700 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.3 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Drymades in?
Drymades is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Drymades?
A nonstop flight from London to Drymades takes about 2 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,990 km.
Which school holidays are best for Drymades?
Drymades has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 92) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 23, May half-term 71, summer holidays 92, October half-term 61, Christmas holidays 15.