AI-generatedGagra at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,250 h
- Rain a year
- 1,359 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Gagra
Gagra has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 11 °C. With around 2,250 hours of sunshine a year, Gagra is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gagra
The best time to visit Gagra is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to October. Rain is frequent from December to May; the wettest month is January with 145 mm.
Gagra through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gagra in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–24 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Gagra in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Gagra in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Gagra in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 11–13 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 42 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – May
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Nov – Apr
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
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 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:3118:38
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 07:13–08:10 · evening 17:59–18:56
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:02–07:13 · evening 18:56–19:07
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 Gagra compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 19°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 11° |
| Sea | 22° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Gagra in October?
In October, Gagra is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Gagra.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min07:31 – 18:38
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 50 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %60 %
- Seaweight 25 %53 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %37 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %46 %
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 Gagra
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 Gagra: score 87 against 51. In August, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in August. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 51 | 87better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 22° |
| Sea | 20.7° | 26.4° |
| Sunshine | 5.2 h | 8.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Rainfall | 126 mm | 73 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 24 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gagra month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
6January11° · Sea 11° · 3.6 h
In January, Gagra is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 10.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 145 mm. Snow falls on about 10 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in January11February12° · Sea 9° · 4.3 h
In February, Gagra is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 9.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 124 mm in total. Snow falls on about 8 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in February9March15° · Sea 10° · 4.9 h
In March, Gagra is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 9.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 127 mm. Snow falls on about 8 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in March20April19° · Sea 12° · 6.3 h
In April, Gagra is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 11.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 96 mm in total. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in April44May24° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In May, Gagra is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 104 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in May78June28° · Sea 22° · 8.9 h
In June, Gagra is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 95 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in June85July30° · Sea 25° · 9.6 h
In July, Gagra is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 92 mm. On about 14 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 Gagra.
Gagra in July87August31° · Sea 26° · 8.8 h
In August, Gagra is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 73 mm in total. On about 20 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 Gagra.
Gagra in August82September28° · Sea 24° · 6.8 h
In September, Gagra is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 112 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in September51October23° · Sea 21° · 5.2 h
In October, Gagra is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in October16November17° · Sea 17° · 4.6 h
In November, Gagra is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 122 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra in November7December13° · Sea 13° · 3.4 h
In December, Gagra is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 143 mm in total. Snow falls on about 7 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Gagra.
Gagra 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 Gagra
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 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in August (22°). 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. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 59 days a year, mostly from July to August.
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 | 6 | 11° | 3° | 10.6° | 3.6 h | 15 | 145 |
| FebruaryFeb | 11 | 12° | 4° | 9.4° | 4.3 h | 13 | 124 |
| MarchMar | 9 | 15° | 6° | 9.5° | 4.9 h | 16 | 127 |
| AprilApr | 20 | 19° | 10° | 11.9° | 6.3 h | 13 | 96 |
| MayMay | 44 | 24° | 14° | 16.8° | 7.3 h | 15 | 104 |
| JuneJun | 78 | 28° | 19° | 22.0° | 8.9 h | 14 | 95 |
| JulyJul | 85 | 30° | 21° | 25.2° | 9.6 h | 14 | 92 |
| AugustAug | 87 | 31° | 22° | 26.4° | 8.8 h | 12 | 73 |
| SeptemberSep | 82 | 28° | 18° | 24.4° | 6.8 h | 12 | 112 |
| OctoberOct | 51 | 23° | 14° | 20.7° | 5.2 h | 12 | 126 |
| NovemberNov | 16 | 17° | 8° | 16.6° | 4.6 h | 11 | 122 |
| DecemberDec | 7 | 13° | 5° | 13.2° | 3.4 h | 14 | 143 |
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
43.28° N, 40.27° E · 11 m · Asia/Tbilisi
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Gagra
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.7 – 22.0 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gagra ranges from 9.4 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
In December 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 25.2 and 27.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.6° | 9.7° | 11.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 9.4° | 8.2° | 10.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 9.5° | 8.2° | 10.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 11.9° | 10.4° | 12.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.8° | 15.7° | 18.1° | cold |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 20.6° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.2° | 24.2° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.4° | 25.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.4° | 23.1° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.7° | 19.7° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 16.6° | 15.6° | 17.6° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 13.2° | 12.0° | 14.3° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Gagra
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 5.2 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Gagra, 47 % 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 Gagra: 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, Gagra has about 12 rainy days with 126 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Gagra
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 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 90 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 Gagra
How breezy and how cloudy Gagra 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 Gagra typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
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 50 % of the sky over Gagra: variable cloud, with about 5.2 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 Gagra
How often the day gets hot in Gagra (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, Gagra has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 23 °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
Snow in Gagra
When Gagra is likely to be white: 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 Gagra.
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 Gagra
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Gagra 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.
Gagra has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 86) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 7).
- 17
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
- 51
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 86
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
- 51
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 7
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 20 min
- Distance
- 3,150 km
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (3 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Georgia
- Currency
- Georgian Lari (GEL)
- Language
- Georgian
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +995
- 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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Gagra vs Pitsunda
In October the holiday weather in Gagra and Pitsunda is about equally good (score 51 vs 49). During the day it is about as warm in Pitsunda as in Gagra. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Gagra | Pitsunda |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 51 | 49 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Georgia in October: the best places
In October, Gagra ranks 16 of 22 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Gagra
When is the best time to visit Gagra?
The best time to visit Gagra 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 Gagra?
The sea temperature in Gagra ranges from 9.4 °C in February to 26.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Gagra in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Gagra?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 11 °C.
When does it rain most in Gagra?
Rain is frequent from December to May; the wettest month is January with 145 mm. The driest month is August with 73 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gagra get?
Gagra gets around 2,250 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.6 hours a day; in December there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Gagra in?
Gagra is on UTC+4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Gagra?
A nonstop flight from London to Gagra takes about 4 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,150 km.
Which school holidays are best for Gagra?
Gagra has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 86) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 7). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 17, May half-term 51, summer holidays 86, October half-term 51, Christmas holidays 7.