Azerbaijan Baku Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Baku is very-high
October is very-high for Baku.
October is a lovely, comfortable month in Baku — mild at 20°C/13°C with low-to-moderate rainfall (about 25mm) and softer crowds than the September peak. The wind starts to strengthen again as autumn sets in.
The weather is excellent for all-day sightseeing: the Old City, the Caspian Boulevard, Highland Park, and Fountains Square are all comfortable, and the Gobustan and Yanar Dag day trips are at their most pleasant now that the steppe has cooled. The Ateshgah fire temple and Heydar Aliyev Center round out a varied itinerary.
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Baku October Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
7
25mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
74%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
20 km/h
Gusts 38
Sea Temp
21°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
42 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
12°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
20 km/h
Max gust 38 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent, mild weather
- Day trips at their most pleasant
- Thinner crowds than September
- Shoulder-season value ($55-90 for 4-star)
Cons
- Wind strengthening again
- Caspian cooling — beach season ending
- Cooler, breezier evenings
- Occasional rain
October Events & Festivals
- Strong shoulder season — comfortable and good value
- Day trips at their most pleasant
- Wind picking up vs summer
- Fewer crowds than September
Baku in October — Full Picture
October is a lovely, comfortable month in Baku — mild at 20°C/13°C with low-to-moderate rainfall (about 25mm) and softer crowds than the September peak. The wind starts to strengthen again as autumn sets in.
The weather is excellent for all-day sightseeing: the Old City, the Caspian Boulevard, Highland Park, and Fountains Square are all comfortable, and the Gobustan and Yanar Dag day trips are at their most pleasant now that the steppe has cooled. The Ateshgah fire temple and Heydar Aliyev Center round out a varied itinerary.
Prices ease off the summer-and-September peak into shoulder-season territory — 4-star hotels run $55-90/night — making October strong value with reliably good weather. The Caspian cools through the month and beach season winds down.
A windproof layer is worth packing as October progresses, but overall this is one of the most balanced months to visit, pairing comfortable temperatures with thinner crowds and better prices.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild, pleasant autumn — around 20°C/13°C, an excellent month. Light layers and a thin jacket for breezy, cooler evenings. UV 4. A windproof layer for the Boulevard.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16.3°C
9.3°C
7.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
21.7°C
2.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current20.3°C
13.3°C
6.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8.7°C
3.7°C
8.7/mo
Baku Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8° | 3° | 9d·25mm | 3.5h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 3° | 8d·22mm | 4h | 77% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 5° | 8d·22mm | 5h | 76% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 16° | 9° | 7d·18mm | 6.5h | 75% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·18mm | 8h | 73% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 27° | 19° | 4d·8mm | 10h | 68% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 23° | 2d·3mm | 11h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 23° | 2d·6mm | 10.5h | 67% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 19° | 5d·16mm | 8.5h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 20° | 13° | 7d·25mm | 6.5h | 74% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 14° | 8° | 8d·30mm | 4.5h | 77% | 2 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 10° | 5° | 9d·28mm | 3.5h | 78% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Baku?
Baku in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Baku in October?
Baku October averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Baku in October?
Baku October averages 25mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Baku in October?
Mild, pleasant autumn — around 20°C/13°C, an excellent month. Light layers and a thin jacket for breezy, cooler evenings. UV 4. A windproof layer for the Boulevard.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Baku in October?
Baku October sunrise is 06:35 and sunset is 17:55, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Baku in October?
Baku October air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Baku in October?
In October, Baku is great for Old City + Caspian Boulevard, Gobustan + mud volcanoes day trip, Yanar Dag + Ateshgah fire sites.
Is October peak season in Baku?
Baku October crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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