AI-generatedالبيضاء at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – May
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,230 h
- Rain a year
- 106 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in البيضاء
البيضاء has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 3,230 hours of sunshine a year, البيضاء is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit البيضاء
The best time to visit البيضاء is from November to May. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to May. The wettest month is December with 19 mm of precipitation.
البيضاء through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
البيضاء in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 21–27 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
البيضاء in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 11.4 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
البيضاء in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 24–32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
البيضاء in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: November – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 23°
07:0218:28
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 06:47–07:35 · evening 17:55–18:43
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:38–06:47 · evening 18:43–18:53
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 البيضاء compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 26° to 24°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 18° |
| Sea | 26° | 24° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.0 h |
What is the weather like in البيضاء in October?
In October, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 26 min07:02 – 18:28
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 11 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 31 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 10 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %71 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %87 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in البيضاء
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in البيضاء: score 100 against 83. In April, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 8 °C cooler in April. April has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 83 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 15° |
| Sea | 25.4° | 17.5° |
| Sunshine | 8.2 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 12 mm | 4 mm |
| Muggy days | 11 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
البيضاء month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
92January18° · Sea 18° · 6.7 h
In January, البيضاء is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in January95February19° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h
In February, البيضاء is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in February97March21° · Sea 17° · 8.0 h
In March, البيضاء is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in March100April24° · Sea 18° · 8.9 h
In April, البيضاء is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in April98May27° · Sea 20° · 9.8 h
In May, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in May79June30° · Sea 23° · 10.9 h
In June, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in June69July32° · Sea 26° · 12.0 h
In July, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in July64August33° · Sea 28° · 11.3 h
In August, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.3 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 البيضاء.
البيضاء in August69September32° · Sea 27° · 9.3 h
In September, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in September83October29° · Sea 25° · 8.2 h
In October, البيضاء is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in October94November24° · Sea 23° · 7.2 h
In November, البيضاء is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in November91December20° · Sea 20° · 6.3 h
In December, البيضاء is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in البيضاء.
البيضاء in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in البيضاء
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 20°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 11 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (10°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to May and in November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 115 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 | 92 | 18° | 10° | 17.8° | 6.7 h | 4 | 19 |
| FebruaryFeb | 95 | 19° | 10° | 16.7° | 7.5 h | 3 | 14 |
| MarchMar | 97 | 21° | 12° | 16.6° | 8.0 h | 3 | 14 |
| AprilApr | 100 | 24° | 15° | 17.5° | 8.9 h | 1 | 4 |
| MayMay | 98 | 27° | 18° | 19.7° | 9.8 h | 1 | 3 |
| JuneJun | 79 | 30° | 21° | 23.0° | 10.9 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 69 | 32° | 23° | 26.3° | 12.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 64 | 33° | 24° | 27.7° | 11.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 69 | 32° | 23° | 27.1° | 9.3 h | 2 | 8 |
| OctoberOct | 83 | 29° | 20° | 25.4° | 8.2 h | 3 | 12 |
| NovemberNov | 94 | 24° | 15° | 23.0° | 7.2 h | 3 | 12 |
| DecemberDec | 91 | 20° | 12° | 20.0° | 6.3 h | 4 | 19 |
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
32.38° N, 15.09° E · 11 m · Africa/Tripoli
Sea temperature in البيضاء
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 24.9 – 25.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in البيضاء ranges from 16.6 °C in March to 27.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to December.
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 26.9 and 28.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.8° | 17.3° | 18.6° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.7° | 15.8° | 17.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.6° | 15.9° | 17.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.5° | 16.9° | 18.2° | fresh |
| MayMay | 19.7° | 18.9° | 20.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 23.0° | 22.2° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 26.3° | 25.4° | 27.5° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.7° | 26.9° | 28.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.1° | 26.1° | 28.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.4° | 24.9° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 23.0° | 22.2° | 23.7° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 20.0° | 19.3° | 20.7° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in البيضاء
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 8.2 of 11.4 hours of daylight in البيضاء, 72 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 8 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in البيضاء: 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, البيضاء has about 3 rainy days with 12 mm of rain in total.
UV index in البيضاء
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, 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 40 min
- Olive skin
- about 50 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 البيضاء
How breezy and how cloudy البيضاء 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 البيضاء 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 31 % of the sky over البيضاء: mostly sunny, with about 8.2 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 and humidity in البيضاء
How often the day gets hot in البيضاء (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, البيضاء has about 10 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 البيضاء
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البيضاء 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.
البيضاء has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 66).
- 99
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 94
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 66
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 83
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 92
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 30 min
- Distance
- 2,470 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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البيضاء vs Tripoli
In October the holiday weather in البيضاء and Tripoli is about equally good (score 83 vs 87). During the day it is about as warm in Tripoli as in البيضاء. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | البيضاء | Tripoli |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 83 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 25° | 25° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 4 |
| Best time | Nov – May | Oct – May |
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Frequently asked questions about البيضاء
When is the best time to visit البيضاء?
The best time to visit البيضاء is from November to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in البيضاء?
The sea temperature in البيضاء ranges from 16.6 °C in March to 27.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to December.
Can you swim in البيضاء in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in البيضاء?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in البيضاء?
The wettest month is December with 19 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does البيضاء get?
البيضاء gets around 3,230 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.0 hours a day; in December there are 6.3 hours a day.
What time zone is البيضاء in?
البيضاء is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to البيضاء?
A nonstop flight from London to البيضاء takes about 3 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,470 km.
Which school holidays are best for البيضاء?
البيضاء has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 66). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 99, May half-term 94, summer holidays 66, October half-term 83, Christmas holidays 92.