Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
| Metric | Doha | Abu Dhabi | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 35°C (95°F) | 35°C (95°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 24°C (75°F) | 25°C (77°F)▲ | Abu Dhabi |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 0 days | 0 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 0 mm | 0 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70%▲ | 78% | Doha |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h▲ | 21 km/h | Doha |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in October. Doha offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Abu Dhabi sees 11 sunshine hours and 0 rain days.
Doha can feel quite hot at 35°C, so plan for heat. Abu Dhabi runs hot at 35°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in October.
Doha reaches an average high of 35°C (95°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Abu Dhabi averages 35°C (95°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.
Doha receives approximately 0 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during October. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Abu Dhabi sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Humidity also differs: Doha averages 70% while Abu Dhabi sits at 78%. Abu Dhabi will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 35°C, lows of 24°C, 0 rain days
Highs of 35°C, lows of 25°C, 0 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat. These items are useful in either destination during October.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. October is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Doha | Abu Dhabi | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 22°C | 2d | 23°C | 2d |
| Feb | 23°C | 2d | 25°C | 2d |
| Mar | 27°C | 2d | 28°C | 2d |
| Apr | 32°C | 1d | 32°C | 1d |
| May | 38°C | 0d | 37°C | 0d |
| Jun | 40°C | 0d | 38°C | 0d |
| Jul | 41°C | 0d | 40°C | 0d |
| Aug | 41°C | 0d | 40°C | 0d |
| Sep | 39°C | 0d | 38°C | 0d |
| Oct | 35°C | 0d | 35°C | 0d |
| Nov | 29°C | 1d | 30°C | 1d |
| Dec | 24°C | 2d | 25°C | 1d |
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