AI-generatedSur at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 36°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,140 h
- Rain a year
- 61 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+4
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Sur
Sur has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. May is the warmest month with average highs of 36 °C, while January is the coolest at 25 °C. With around 3,140 hours of sunshine a year, Sur is very sunny; May is the sunniest month with 9.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Sur
The best time to visit Sur is from September to April. In November, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. 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 December to February. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 36 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 61 mm fall in an average year.
Sur through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Sur in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 29–36 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Sur in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 34–36 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Sur in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 29–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Sur in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 25–26 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March, November – December
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: September – April
October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:5817:37
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 05:44–06:28 · evening 17:07–17:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:35–05:44 · evening 17:51–18:00
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 Sur 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 30° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 28°. The days get 0.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Sur in October?
In October, Sur is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 40 min05:58 – 17:37
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 26 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 10 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %83 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %95 %
- 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 Sur
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
March has the better holiday weather in Sur: score 100 against 93. In March, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in March. March has one more rainy day.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 93 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 21° |
| Sea | 29.0° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h | 8.9 h |
| Rainy days | 1better | 2 |
| Rainfall | 5 mm | 13 mm |
| Muggy days | 26 | 11better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Sur month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
95January25° · Sea 24° · 8.2 h
In January, Sur is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in January99February26° · Sea 24° · 8.7 h
In February, Sur is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in February100March29° · Sea 25° · 8.9 h
In March, Sur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in March91April33° · Sea 27° · 9.3 h
In April, Sur is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °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 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in April74May36° · Sea 29° · 9.5 h
In May, Sur is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.5 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, May is a good month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in May76June36° · Sea 30° · 8.9 h
In June, Sur is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.9 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 good month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in June77July35° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In July, Sur is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 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 good month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in July83August34° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In August, Sur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 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 an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in August87September33° · Sea 29° · 8.4 h
In September, Sur is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 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 an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in September93October32° · Sea 29° · 8.7 h
In October, Sur is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in October99November29° · Sea 28° · 8.6 h
In November, Sur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur in November97December26° · Sea 26° · 8.0 h
In December, Sur is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Sur.
Sur 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 Sur
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)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 26 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in June (28°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to December; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 233 days a year, mostly from April to November.
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 | 95 | 25° | 19° | 24.2° | 8.2 h | 1 | 3 |
| FebruaryFeb | 99 | 26° | 19° | 23.9° | 8.7 h | 1 | 2 |
| MarchMar | 100 | 29° | 21° | 24.9° | 8.9 h | 2 | 13 |
| AprilApr | 91 | 33° | 25° | 27.2° | 9.3 h | 1 | 6 |
| MayMay | 74 | 36° | 28° | 29.4° | 9.5 h | 1 | 2 |
| JuneJun | 76 | 36° | 28° | 29.9° | 8.9 h | 1 | 15 |
| JulyJul | 77 | 35° | 27° | 29.2° | 8.0 h | 1 | 6 |
| AugustAug | 83 | 34° | 26° | 28.4° | 8.0 h | 0 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 87 | 33° | 25° | 28.7° | 8.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 93 | 32° | 24° | 29.0° | 8.7 h | 1 | 5 |
| NovemberNov | 99 | 29° | 22° | 27.7° | 8.6 h | 1 | 4 |
| DecemberDec | 97 | 26° | 20° | 25.7° | 8.0 h | 1 | 4 |
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 Sur
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.1 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Sur ranges from 23.9 °C in February to 29.9 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in June, while the air already peaks in May. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 29.1 and 30.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.2° | 23.6° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 23.9° | 23.4° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 24.9° | 23.9° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 27.2° | 26.6° | 28.0° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.4° | 28.7° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.9° | 29.1° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.2° | 28.3° | 30.4° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 28.4° | 27.3° | 29.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.7° | 27.2° | 29.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.0° | 28.1° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.7° | 27.1° | 28.3° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.7° | 24.9° | 26.4° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Sur
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 8.7 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Sur, 74 % 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 Sur: 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, Sur has about one rainy day with 5 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Sur
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 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 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 Sur
How breezy and how cloudy Sur 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 Sur typically peaks at 16 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: May – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 10 % of the sky over Sur: mostly clear, with about 8.7 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Sur
How often the day gets hot in Sur (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, Sur has about 29 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 Sur
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Sur 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.
Sur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 96) and its weakest during May half-term (score 74).
- 94
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 74
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 36 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 81
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 93
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 96
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 7 h 45 min
- Distance
- 6,000 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: Oman
- Currency
- Omani Rial (OMR)
- Language
- Arabic
- Sockets
- Type C, G · 240 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +968
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Sur lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April: Season
- May: Peak
- June: Season
- July
- August
- September
- October: Season
- November: Peak
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Sur vs Muscat
In October Sur has the better holiday weather (score 93 vs 85). During the day Muscat is 2 °C warmer than Sur. The sea in Muscat is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Sur | Muscat |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 93 | 85 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 34° |
| Sea | 29° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 |
| Best time | Sep – Apr | Dec – Feb |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Oman in October: the best places
In October, Sur ranks 1 of 7 destinations in this country.
- SurThis page32°29°93
- 2Madha34°31°84
- 3Khasab35°31°81
- 4Salalah31°28°70
- 5Muscat34°30°54
- 6Nizwa36°50
- 7Sohar35°50
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Frequently asked questions about Sur
When is the best time to visit Sur?
The best time to visit Sur is from September to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Sur?
The sea temperature in Sur ranges from 23.9 °C in February to 29.9 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Sur in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Sur?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 28 °C. January is the coolest month at 25 °C.
When does it rain most in Sur?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 61 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Sur get?
Sur gets around 3,140 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 9.5 hours a day; in July there are 8.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Sur in?
Sur is on UTC+4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Sur?
A nonstop flight from London to Sur takes about 7 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,000 km.
When is cyclone season in Sur?
Sur lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Sur?
Sur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 96) and its weakest during May half-term (score 74). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 94, May half-term 74, summer holidays 81, October half-term 93, Christmas holidays 96.