Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Dead Sea in October
Dead Sea cools off: highs slip to 90°F (32°C), from 97°F in September, with lows of 69°F (20°C) and about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 79/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (6 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 26%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What October feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Lows average 69°F (20°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.2 in (6 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 26%.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: November brings 0.8 in (20 mm).
- Comfort improves from 63/100 in September to 79/100.
- October sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dead Sea in October
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Kempinski Ishtar sunset bar
Resort terrace bar facing the Dead Sea and the hills across the water at sunset.
Why now October scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bethany Beyond the Jordan
UNESCO site of Jesus' baptism on the Jordan River, with church ruins and a guided walk.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Haret Jdoudna
Madaba restaurant in a restored Ottoman courtyard serving mezze and grills.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Panorama Dead Sea Complex
Cliff-top viewpoint and small museum above the Dead Sea.
Why now Highs near 90°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail
Wade and scramble up a sandstone gorge to a waterfall in the Mujib reserve.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Amman in October~25 mi · highs 80°F, 0.3 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Petra & Wadi Musa in October~96 mi · highs 81°F, 0.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in October~148 mi · highs 85°F, 0.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in October~283 mi · highs 88°F, 0.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~185 m to Dead Sea's ~0 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dead Sea in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Dead Sea?
It's middling, scoring 79/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 98. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain. October is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
How hot is Dead Sea in October?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dead Sea in October?
Not much: about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 7.4 in (189 mm).
What should I pack for Dead Sea in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Dead Sea
Routes in season in October
- Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea Mar – May, Sep – Nov
Planning Dead Sea in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.