AI-generatedMukalla at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- Jul · 37°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,880 h
- Rain a year
- 96 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 39 m
Climate in Mukalla
Mukalla has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,880 hours of sunshine a year, Mukalla is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mukalla
The best time to visit Mukalla is from December to February. 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 January to February. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 96 mm fall in an average year.
Mukalla through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mukalla in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 30–35 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Mukalla in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 36–37 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Mukalla in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Mukalla in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 27–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.5 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
Jan – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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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: December – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:3417:24
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 05:21–06:03 · evening 16:55–17:37
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:13–05:21 · evening 17:37–17:46
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 Mukalla compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 28°. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 29° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Mukalla in October?
In October, Mukalla 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. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Mukalla.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 50 min05:34 – 17:24
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 21 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 23 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %36 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- 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
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Mukalla
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Mukalla: score 97 against 64. In January, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in January. January has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines an hour longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 97better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 18° |
| Sea | 28.6° | 25.8° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 8.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 23 mm | 4 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 21 | 4better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mukalla month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
97January27° · Sea 26° · 8.4 h
In January, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in January93February28° · Sea 26° · 8.4 h
In February, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in February78March30° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In March, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in March64April33° · Sea 28° · 8.9 h
In April, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in April49May35° · Sea 30° · 8.1 h
In May, Mukalla is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in May43June37° · Sea 30° · 6.8 h
In June, Mukalla is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in June43July37° · Sea 28° · 7.0 h
In July, Mukalla is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. 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 so-so month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in July43August36° · Sea 27° · 7.0 h
In August, Mukalla is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. 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 so-so month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in August49September34° · Sea 29° · 6.5 h
In September, Mukalla is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. 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 so-so month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in September64October32° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In October, Mukalla 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. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in October76November31° · Sea 28° · 8.7 h
In November, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in November88December29° · Sea 27° · 8.7 h
In December, Mukalla is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Mukalla.
Mukalla in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mukalla
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- 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 21 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (18°), the warmest in June (27°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 237 days a year, mostly from March to October.
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 | 97 | 27° | 18° | 25.8° | 8.4 h | 1 | 4 |
| FebruaryFeb | 93 | 28° | 19° | 25.8° | 8.4 h | 1 | 4 |
| MarchMar | 78 | 30° | 21° | 26.7° | 8.5 h | 2 | 13 |
| AprilApr | 64 | 33° | 24° | 28.3° | 8.9 h | 2 | 7 |
| MayMay | 49 | 35° | 26° | 29.9° | 8.1 h | 1 | 7 |
| JuneJun | 43 | 37° | 27° | 29.8° | 6.8 h | 1 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 43 | 37° | 27° | 27.9° | 7.0 h | 1 | 5 |
| AugustAug | 43 | 36° | 26° | 27.3° | 7.0 h | 1 | 5 |
| SeptemberSep | 49 | 34° | 26° | 28.8° | 6.5 h | 2 | 5 |
| OctoberOct | 64 | 32° | 23° | 28.6° | 7.7 h | 2 | 23 |
| NovemberNov | 76 | 31° | 20° | 27.5° | 8.7 h | 1 | 13 |
| DecemberDec | 88 | 29° | 19° | 26.5° | 8.7 h | 1 | 3 |
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 Mukalla
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.8 – 29.5 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Mukalla ranges from 25.8 °C in January to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.4 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.8° | 25.3° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.8° | 25.3° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 26.7° | 26.2° | 27.1° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.3° | 27.4° | 28.9° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.9° | 29.4° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.8° | 29.3° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 27.9° | 27.0° | 28.8° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.3° | 26.0° | 28.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.8° | 27.7° | 29.5° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.5° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.5° | 27.0° | 28.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.5° | 25.9° | 27.0° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Mukalla
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 7.7 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Mukalla, 65 % 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 Mukalla: 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, Mukalla has about 2 rainy days with 23 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Mukalla
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 Mukalla
How breezy and how cloudy Mukalla 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 Mukalla typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Jul – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 23 % of the sky over Mukalla: mostly sunny, with about 7.7 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 and humidity in Mukalla
How often the day gets hot in Mukalla (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, Mukalla has about 28 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
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 Mukalla
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Mukalla 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.
Mukalla has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 43).
- 68
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 48
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 43
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 36 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 64
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 93
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 7 h 45 min
- Distance
- 6,010 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.
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Mukalla vs Shibam
In October Mukalla has the better holiday weather (score 64 vs 47). During the day Shibam is 3 °C warmer than Mukalla.
| in October | Mukalla | Shibam |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 47 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 35° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 0 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Dec – Jan |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Mukalla
When is the best time to visit Mukalla?
The best time to visit Mukalla is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Mukalla?
The sea temperature in Mukalla ranges from 25.8 °C in January to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Mukalla in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Mukalla?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Mukalla?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 96 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Mukalla get?
Mukalla gets around 2,880 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.9 hours a day; in September there are 6.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Mukalla in?
Mukalla is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Mukalla?
A nonstop flight from London to Mukalla takes about 7 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,010 km.
Which school holidays are best for Mukalla?
Mukalla has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 43). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 68, May half-term 48, summer holidays 43, October half-term 64, Christmas holidays 93.