AI-generatedGabala at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,630 h
- Rain a year
- 873 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 26 m
Climate in Gabala
Gabala has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year, Gabala is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 10.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gabala
The best time to visit Gabala is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in February, from April to May and from November to December. Rain is frequent in January and in March; the wettest month is January with 149 mm.
Gabala through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gabala in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 20–26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Gabala in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Gabala in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 23–31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Gabala in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb, Apr – May, Nov – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jan, Mar
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
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 23°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
06:4118:02
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 06:26–07:16 · evening 17:28–18:18
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:16–06:26 · evening 18:18–18:28
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 Gabala compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Gabala in October?
In October, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 21 min06:41 – 18:02
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 12 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 32 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 9 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %75 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Gabala
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 Gabala: score 100 against 89. In July, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 89 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 22° |
| Sea | 26.1° | 27.5° |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h | 10.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 62 mm | 8 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 12better | 30 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gabala month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
16January17° · Sea 19° · 4.2 h
In January, Gabala is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 149 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in January18February18° · Sea 18° · 5.0 h
In February, Gabala is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 127 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in February25March20° · Sea 18° · 6.0 h
In March, Gabala is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in March53April23° · Sea 19° · 7.3 h
In April, Gabala is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in April86May26° · Sea 21° · 8.8 h
In May, Gabala is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in May99June29° · Sea 25° · 10.1 h
In June, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in June100July31° · Sea 28° · 10.1 h
In July, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 8 mm in total. On about 19 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 Gabala.
Gabala in July97August32° · Sea 29° · 9.3 h
In August, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in August96September31° · Sea 28° · 8.6 h
In September, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in September89October29° · Sea 26° · 7.1 h
In October, Gabala is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in October72November23° · Sea 23° · 5.7 h
In November, Gabala is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 74 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala in November26December19° · Sea 21° · 4.0 h
In December, Gabala is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 133 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gabala.
Gabala 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 Gabala
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 12 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (8°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 122 days a year, mostly from June 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 | 16 | 17° | 8° | 18.7° | 4.2 h | 14 | 149 |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 18° | 8° | 17.6° | 5.0 h | 12 | 127 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 20° | 10° | 17.5° | 6.0 h | 13 | 126 |
| AprilApr | 53 | 23° | 13° | 18.6° | 7.3 h | 10 | 88 |
| MayMay | 86 | 26° | 16° | 21.4° | 8.8 h | 7 | 50 |
| JuneJun | 99 | 29° | 19° | 25.0° | 10.1 h | 5 | 19 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 22° | 27.5° | 10.1 h | 3 | 8 |
| AugustAug | 97 | 32° | 23° | 28.6° | 9.3 h | 3 | 10 |
| SeptemberSep | 96 | 31° | 21° | 28.2° | 8.6 h | 6 | 30 |
| OctoberOct | 89 | 29° | 18° | 26.1° | 7.1 h | 8 | 62 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 23° | 12° | 23.2° | 5.7 h | 8 | 74 |
| DecemberDec | 26 | 19° | 9° | 20.7° | 4.0 h | 12 | 133 |
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
Sea temperature in Gabala
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.0 – 26.8 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gabala ranges from 17.5 °C in March to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
From December to 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 28.0 and 29.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.7° | 18.0° | 19.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.6° | 16.9° | 18.3° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.5° | 16.7° | 18.3° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.6° | 17.8° | 19.2° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.4° | 20.7° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 25.0° | 24.2° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 28.0° | 29.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.2° | 27.6° | 29.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.1° | 25.0° | 26.8° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 23.2° | 22.1° | 23.9° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 20.7° | 19.9° | 21.7° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Gabala
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 7.1 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Gabala, 62 % 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 Gabala: 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, Gabala has about 8 rainy days with 62 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Gabala
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 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 Gabala
How breezy and how cloudy Gabala 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 Gabala typically peaks at 13 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 32 % of the sky over Gabala: mostly sunny, with about 7.1 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Gabala
How often the day gets hot in Gabala (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, Gabala has about 9 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Gabala
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Gabala 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.
Gabala has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 21).
- 45
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 89
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 98
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 89
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 21
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 35 min
- Distance
- 3,390 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: Syria
- Currency
- Syrian Pound (SYP)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, E, L · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +963
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Gabala vs Baniyas
In October the holiday weather in Gabala and Baniyas is about equally good (score 89 vs 88). During the day Baniyas is 1 °C cooler than Gabala. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Gabala | Baniyas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 89 | 88 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | May – Oct | May – Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Gabala
When is the best time to visit Gabala?
The best time to visit Gabala is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Gabala?
The sea temperature in Gabala ranges from 17.5 °C in March to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Gabala in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Gabala?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Gabala?
Rain is frequent in January and in March; the wettest month is January with 149 mm. The driest month is July with 8 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gabala get?
Gabala gets around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 10.1 hours a day; in December there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Gabala in?
Gabala is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Gabala?
A nonstop flight from London to Gabala takes about 4 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,390 km.
Which school holidays are best for Gabala?
Gabala has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 21). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 45, May half-term 89, summer holidays 98, October half-term 89, Christmas holidays 21.