AI-generatedRiffa at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Apr, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 40°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 34.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,390 h
- Rain a year
- 59 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 43 m
Climate in Riffa
Riffa has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 40 °C, while January is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 3,390 hours of sunshine a year, Riffa is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Riffa
The best time to visit Riffa is from March to April and from October to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From May to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 40 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 59 mm fall in an average year.
Riffa through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Riffa in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 25–36 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Riffa in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 39–40 °C by day
- Sea 33 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Riffa in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 28–38 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Riffa in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 21–23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
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: April, November
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: March – April, October – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 30°
- Midday, 13:00: about 34°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 33°
- Evening, 20:00: about 29°
- Night, 23:00: about 28°
05:3617:11
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 05:22–06:07 · evening 16:40–17:25
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:13–05:22 · evening 17:25–17:34
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 Riffa compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 36° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The sea cools from 31° to 28°. The days get 0.7 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 36° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 28° | 24° |
| Sea | 31° | 28° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.2 h |
What is the weather like in Riffa in October?
In October, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.9 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, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Riffa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 35 min05:36 – 17:11
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 29 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 7 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %59 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- 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
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Riffa
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 Riffa: score 98 against 86. In April, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 6 °C cooler in April. April has one more rainy day. The sun shines an hour less a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 98better |
| Daytime high | 34° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 22° |
| Sea | 30.1° | 24.0° |
| Sunshine | 9.9 hbetter | 8.5 h |
| Rainy days | 0better | 1 |
| Rainfall | 1 mm | 4 mm |
| Muggy days | 29 | 14better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Riffa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
50January21° · Sea 19° · 7.5 h
In January, Riffa is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in January58February22° · Sea 18° · 7.8 h
In February, Riffa is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in February84March25° · Sea 21° · 7.9 h
In March, Riffa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in March98April31° · Sea 24° · 8.5 h
In April, Riffa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in April75May36° · Sea 28° · 10.2 h
In May, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.2 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, May is a good month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in May65June39° · Sea 31° · 11.5 h
In June, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.5 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, June is a good month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in June65July40° · Sea 33° · 10.9 h
In July, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 31 °C. The sea averages 32.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.9 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 Riffa.
Riffa in July65August40° · Sea 34° · 10.8 h
In August, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 31 °C. The sea averages 34.1 °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 Riffa.
Riffa in August67September38° · Sea 33° · 10.5 h
In September, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 29 °C. The sea averages 32.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.5 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 Riffa.
Riffa in September86October34° · Sea 30° · 9.9 h
In October, Riffa is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.9 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, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in October98November28° · Sea 26° · 8.3 h
In November, Riffa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in November73December23° · Sea 21° · 7.6 h
In December, Riffa is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Riffa.
Riffa in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in July: 40°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Riffa
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)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 29 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (14°), the warmest in August (31°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from February to March and in December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 215 days a year, mostly from May 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 | 50 | 21° | 14° | 18.7° | 7.5 h | 3 | 15 |
| FebruaryFeb | 58 | 22° | 15° | 18.4° | 7.8 h | 2 | 9 |
| MarchMar | 84 | 25° | 18° | 20.5° | 7.9 h | 2 | 7 |
| AprilApr | 98 | 31° | 22° | 24.0° | 8.5 h | 1 | 4 |
| MayMay | 75 | 36° | 27° | 28.1° | 10.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 39° | 30° | 30.9° | 11.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 40° | 31° | 32.8° | 10.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 40° | 31° | 34.1° | 10.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 38° | 29° | 32.8° | 10.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 34° | 26° | 30.1° | 9.9 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 98 | 28° | 22° | 26.0° | 8.3 h | 2 | 12 |
| DecemberDec | 73 | 23° | 17° | 21.4° | 7.6 h | 2 | 11 |
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
26.13° N, 50.55° E · 43 m · Asia/Bahrain
Sea temperatureUp to 34° in August
Sea temperature in Riffa
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.2 – 30.8 °C
Swimming season: Mar – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Riffa ranges from 18.4 °C in February to 34.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from March to December.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 33.1 and 35.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.7° | 17.5° | 19.7° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 18.4° | 17.2° | 19.4° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 20.5° | 19.5° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 24.0° | 23.1° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 28.1° | 27.1° | 28.9° | warm |
| JuneJun | 30.9° | 30.0° | 31.8° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 32.8° | 32.0° | 33.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 34.1° | 33.1° | 35.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 32.8° | 31.8° | 33.9° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 30.1° | 29.2° | 30.8° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.0° | 24.9° | 26.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 21.4° | 20.2° | 22.8° | refreshing |
Sunshine3,390 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Riffa
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 9.9 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Riffa, 85 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 18 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain59 mm a year, most in January
Rain in Riffa: 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 Riffa: 1 mm in the whole month.
UV indexUp to 12 in June
UV index in Riffa
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, 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 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 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 & cloudsWindiest in February: 28 km/h
Wind and clouds in Riffa
How breezy and how cloudy Riffa 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 Riffa typically peaks at 21 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 7 % of the sky over Riffa: mostly clear, with about 9.9 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 & humidity210 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Riffa
How often the day gets hot in Riffa (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, it is hot in Riffa every day, with an average daytime high of 34 °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 Riffa
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Riffa 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.
Riffa has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 62).
- 94
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 37 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 10.5 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
- 40 °C by day
- Sea 34 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 86
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 62
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 6 h 40 min
- Distance
- 5,100 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: Bahrain
- Currency
- Bahraini Dinar (BHD)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +973
- Emergency number
- 999 · 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Riffa vs Manama
In October the holiday weather in Riffa and Manama is about equally good (score 86 vs 85). During the day it is about as warm in Manama as in Riffa. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Riffa | Manama |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 85 |
| Daytime high | 34° | 34° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 10 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Mar – Apr, Oct – Nov | Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Bahrain in October: the best places
In October, Riffa ranks 1 of 2 destinations in this country.
- RiffaThis page34°30°86
- 2Manama34°30°56
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Frequently asked questions about Riffa
When is the best time to visit Riffa?
The best time to visit Riffa is from March to April and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Riffa?
The sea temperature in Riffa ranges from 18.4 °C in February to 34.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from March to December.
Can you swim in Riffa in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Riffa?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 40 °C and nights around 31 °C. January is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Riffa?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 59 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Riffa get?
Riffa gets around 3,390 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.5 hours a day; in January there are 7.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Riffa in?
Riffa is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Riffa?
A nonstop flight from London to Riffa takes about 6 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 5,100 km.
Which school holidays are best for Riffa?
Riffa has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 62). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 94, May half-term 73, summer holidays 65, October half-term 86, Christmas holidays 62.