AI-generatedDuba at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Apr
- Warmest month
- Aug · 40°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,500 h
- Rain a year
- 31 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Duba
Duba has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 40 °C, while January is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 3,500 hours of sunshine a year, Duba is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Duba
The best time to visit Duba is from November to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to February. From May to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 40 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 31 mm fall in an average year.
Duba through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Duba in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 29–37 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Duba in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 39–40 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Duba in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 30–39 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Duba in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March, November – December
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: November – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 35°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 34°
- Evening, 20:00: about 29°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:3618:09
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:22–07:07 · evening 17:38–18:24
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:13–06:22 · evening 18:24–18:33
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 Duba compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 37° at the start of the month to 33° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 28°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 37° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 20° |
| Sea | 29° | 28° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Duba in October?
In October, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 33 min06:36 – 18:09
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 7 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 9 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %40 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %95 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Duba
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
November has the better holiday weather in Duba: score 98 against 78. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November. November has one more rainy day.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 35° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 18° |
| Sea | 28.5° | 27.2° |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h | 8.5 h |
| Rainy days | 0better | 1 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 6 mm |
| Muggy days | 7 | 1better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Duba month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
90January24° · Sea 24° · 8.1 h
In January, Duba is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in January96February25° · Sea 23° · 8.6 h
In February, Duba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in February97March29° · Sea 23° · 9.4 h
In March, Duba is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in March92April33° · Sea 24° · 10.3 h
In April, Duba is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in April73May37° · Sea 26° · 10.7 h
In May, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in May65June39° · Sea 28° · 11.1 h
In June, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in June65July39° · Sea 29° · 11.0 h
In July, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in July65August40° · Sea 30° · 10.8 h
In August, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in August65September39° · Sea 29° · 9.7 h
In September, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in September78October35° · Sea 29° · 8.7 h
In October, Duba is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in October98November30° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In November, Duba is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in November96December26° · Sea 26° · 7.9 h
In December, Duba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Duba.
Duba in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Duba
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 7 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (12°), the warmest in August (27°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in March and in November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 73 days a year, mostly from July to September.
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 | 90 | 24° | 12° | 24.0° | 8.1 h | 1 | 9 |
| FebruaryFeb | 96 | 25° | 13° | 23.2° | 8.6 h | 1 | 4 |
| MarchMar | 97 | 29° | 16° | 23.2° | 9.4 h | 0 | 2 |
| AprilApr | 92 | 33° | 20° | 24.1° | 10.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 73 | 37° | 23° | 26.1° | 10.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 39° | 25° | 27.6° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 39° | 27° | 29.4° | 11.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 40° | 27° | 30.1° | 10.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 39° | 25° | 29.1° | 9.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 78 | 35° | 23° | 28.5° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 98 | 30° | 18° | 27.2° | 8.5 h | 1 | 6 |
| DecemberDec | 96 | 26° | 14° | 25.5° | 7.9 h | 1 | 8 |
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
27.35° N, 35.69° E · 13 m · Asia/Riyadh
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Duba
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.7 – 29.4 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Duba ranges from 23.2 °C in February to 30.1 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
In January 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 29.3 and 31.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.0° | 23.3° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 23.2° | 22.1° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 23.2° | 22.3° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 24.1° | 23.4° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 26.1° | 25.3° | 26.8° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.6° | 26.6° | 28.5° | warm |
| JulyJul | 29.4° | 28.8° | 30.0° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.1° | 29.3° | 31.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.3° | 30.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.5° | 27.7° | 29.4° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.2° | 25.9° | 28.4° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.5° | 24.7° | 26.1° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Duba
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 8.7 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Duba, 75 % 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
Rain in Duba: 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, it hardly ever rains in Duba: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV index
UV index in Duba
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Duba
How breezy and how cloudy Duba 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 Duba typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 9 % of the sky over Duba: mostly clear, with about 8.7 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Duba
How often the day gets hot in Duba (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, Duba has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 35 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
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 Duba
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Duba 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.
Duba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65).
- 93
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 71
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 37 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 39 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 78
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 93
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 20 min
- Distance
- 4,030 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.
Good to know: Saudi Arabia
- Currency
- Saudi Riyal (SAR)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type G · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +966
- Emergency number
- 911 · 999 · 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Duba vs Tabuk
In October the holiday weather in Duba and Tabuk is about equally good (score 78 vs 80). During the day Tabuk is 2 °C cooler than Duba. Tabuk gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Duba | Tabuk |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 80 |
| Daytime high | 35° | 33° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Nov – Apr | Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Saudi Arabia in October: the best places
In October, Duba ranks 3 of 22 destinations in this country.
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- 7Tabuk33°63
- 8Ha'il33°60
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Frequently asked questions about Duba
When is the best time to visit Duba?
The best time to visit Duba is from November to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Duba?
The sea temperature in Duba ranges from 23.2 °C in February to 30.1 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Duba in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Duba?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 40 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Duba?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 31 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Duba get?
Duba gets around 3,500 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 7.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Duba in?
Duba is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Duba?
A nonstop flight from London to Duba takes about 5 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,030 km.
Which school holidays are best for Duba?
Duba has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 93, May half-term 71, summer holidays 65, October half-term 78, Christmas holidays 93.