The month in detail
What to expect in October
October is peak dry season in Socotra. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (18% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 8 out of 12 months in Socotra. Compared to September: +2°C daytime, 5 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
26°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Socotra is February (9.2/10), 0.5 pt higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Yemen
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyRial yéménite (﷼)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 21%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Socotra ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
YemenTropical climate with a 9.2 → 5.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.47°N · 53.87°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Socotra?
February is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of February & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Socotra get in February?
Socotra averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Socotra?
May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Socotra in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Socotra good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Socotra scores 8.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Socotra?
May is the most difficult month to visit Socotra, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Socotra in October?
In October, the sea averages 26°C in Socotra: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Socotra in October?
The average UV index reaches 8 in October in Socotra (high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.