AI-generatedTürkmenbaşy at a glance
- Best time
- Jun, Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,640 h
- Rain a year
- 118 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+5
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Türkmenbaşy
Türkmenbaşy has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 8 °C. With around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year, Türkmenbaşy is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Türkmenbaşy
The best time to visit Türkmenbaşy is in June and in September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to May and in October. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The wettest month is April with 20 mm of precipitation.
Türkmenbaşy through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Türkmenbaşy in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 14–27 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Türkmenbaşy in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 32–35 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Türkmenbaşy in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 15–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Türkmenbaşy in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 8–10 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: 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 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:3718:50
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 07:20–08:14 · evening 18:14–19:07
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:10–07:20 · evening 19:07–19:18
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 Türkmenbaşy 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 18° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 18°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 11° |
| Sea | 22° | 18° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Türkmenbaşy in October?
In October, Türkmenbaşy is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 13 min07:37 – 18:50
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 32 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %47 %
- Seaweight 25 %46 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %55 %
- 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
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Türkmenbaşy
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Türkmenbaşy: score 96 against 59. In September, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in September. September has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 59 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 20° |
| Sea | 20.2° | 23.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.3 h | 7.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 17 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 3 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Türkmenbaşy month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
25January8° · Sea 10° · 4.5 h
In January, Türkmenbaşy is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 10.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 9 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in January28February9° · Sea 9° · 5.5 h
In February, Türkmenbaşy is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 9.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in February31March14° · Sea 10° · 6.6 h
In March, Türkmenbaşy is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 9.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 18 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in March44April21° · Sea 13° · 7.7 h
In April, Türkmenbaşy is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in April74May27° · Sea 17° · 8.6 h
In May, Türkmenbaşy is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in May86June32° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In June, Türkmenbaşy is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in June79July35° · Sea 25° · 10.4 h
In July, Türkmenbaşy is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in July79August35° · Sea 27° · 10.1 h
In August, Türkmenbaşy is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in August96September29° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h
In September, Türkmenbaşy is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in September59October22° · Sea 20° · 6.3 h
In October, Türkmenbaşy is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in October26November15° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In November, Türkmenbaşy is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in November24December10° · Sea 12° · 4.3 h
In December, Türkmenbaşy is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 8 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Türkmenbaşy.
Türkmenbaşy in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Türkmenbaşy
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°
- Hot 24° and more
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 (26°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated.
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 | 25 | 8° | 3° | 10.0° | 4.5 h | 3 | 9 |
| FebruaryFeb | 28 | 9° | 3° | 9.0° | 5.5 h | 3 | 11 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 14° | 7° | 9.8° | 6.6 h | 5 | 18 |
| AprilApr | 44 | 21° | 12° | 12.6° | 7.7 h | 5 | 20 |
| MayMay | 74 | 27° | 17° | 17.1° | 8.6 h | 3 | 11 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 32° | 22° | 21.7° | 10.1 h | 1 | 3 |
| JulyJul | 79 | 35° | 25° | 25.4° | 10.4 h | 1 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 79 | 35° | 26° | 26.9° | 10.1 h | 1 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 96 | 29° | 20° | 23.9° | 7.8 h | 1 | 6 |
| OctoberOct | 59 | 22° | 14° | 20.2° | 6.3 h | 3 | 17 |
| NovemberNov | 26 | 15° | 8° | 16.1° | 4.8 h | 3 | 11 |
| DecemberDec | 24 | 10° | 4° | 12.4° | 4.3 h | 3 | 8 |
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
40.02° N, 52.96° E · 5 m · Asia/Ashgabat
Sea temperature in Türkmenbaşy
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.9 – 21.9 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Türkmenbaşy ranges from 9.0 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November to January 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 25.6 and 28.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.0° | 9.1° | 11.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 9.0° | 8.0° | 9.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 9.8° | 9.1° | 10.9° | cold |
| AprilApr | 12.6° | 11.4° | 13.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.1° | 15.6° | 18.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.7° | 20.5° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.4° | 23.4° | 27.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.9° | 25.6° | 28.1° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 23.9° | 22.6° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.2° | 18.9° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 16.1° | 14.4° | 17.5° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 12.4° | 11.4° | 13.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Türkmenbaşy
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 6.3 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Türkmenbaşy, 56 % 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 Türkmenbaşy: 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, Türkmenbaşy has about 3 rainy days with 17 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Türkmenbaşy
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 Türkmenbaşy
How breezy and how cloudy Türkmenbaşy 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 Türkmenbaşy 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 32 % of the sky over Türkmenbaşy: mostly sunny, with about 6.3 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 Türkmenbaşy
How often the day gets hot in Türkmenbaşy (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, Türkmenbaşy has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
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Türkmenbaşy 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.
Türkmenbaşy has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 79) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 25).
- 40
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 79
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 59
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 25
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 9 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 35 min
- Distance
- 4,230 km
- Time zone
- UTC+5
- Jet lag
- About 4 days (4 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.
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Türkmenbaşy vs Baku
In October Türkmenbaşy has the better holiday weather (score 59 vs 46). During the day Baku is 1 °C cooler than Türkmenbaşy. The sea is about equally warm. Baku gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Türkmenbaşy | Baku |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 59 | 46 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 21° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 6 |
| Best time | Jun, Sep | Apr – Jun, Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Türkmenbaşy
When is the best time to visit Türkmenbaşy?
The best time to visit Türkmenbaşy is in June and in September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Türkmenbaşy?
The sea temperature in Türkmenbaşy ranges from 9.0 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Türkmenbaşy in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Türkmenbaşy?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 8 °C.
When does it rain most in Türkmenbaşy?
The wettest month is April with 20 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Türkmenbaşy get?
Türkmenbaşy gets around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Türkmenbaşy in?
Türkmenbaşy is on UTC+5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Türkmenbaşy?
A nonstop flight from London to Türkmenbaşy takes about 5 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,230 km.
Which school holidays are best for Türkmenbaşy?
Türkmenbaşy has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 79) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 25). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 40, May half-term 76, summer holidays 79, October half-term 59, Christmas holidays 25.