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Islamabad in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Islamabad in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Islamabad, Pakistan.

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Is it worth visiting Islamabad in October?

Check your ideal travel criteria and see if the month of October suits your plans to go to Islamabad.
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Islamabad in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Islamabad in October in summary
Ideal weather
Min 24°C Max 32°C 29 mm 1 day(s) 34% 6% UV 7 8.6 h/day
Best activities in October
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 06:12 17:34
Hourly weather

Average weather in Islamabad in October 2026

Ideal weather

The weather in Islamabad in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Islamabad in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Islamabad in October.

Temperatures and rain in Islamabad in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Islamabad in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Islamabad in October

Check the seasonal normals in Islamabad in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 31.9°C 27.8°C 21.1°C
Maximum temperature 35.7°C 32.1°C 26.0°C
Minimum temperature 28.1°C 23.5°C 16.2°C
Record maximum temperature 42.0°C
(2009)
40.0°C
(2009)
32.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 19.0°C
(2010)
13.0°C
(2021)
10.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 30 day(s)
(100%)
25 day(s)
(81%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 11 km/h 11 km/h 11 km/h
Wind temperature 28.1°C 23.6°C 16.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 87.4 mm 29.2 mm 13.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 14 day(s)
(47%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(16%)
1 day(s)
(5%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
Record precipitation in one day 107.2 mm
(2014)
25.5 mm
(2019)
20.1 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 49% 34% 32%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.9 km 9.9 km
Cloud cover 12% 6% 14%
UV index 8 7 6
Daily sunshine 12h 9h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h51 06h12 06h39
Sunset time 18h14 17h34 17h05
Day length 12h23 11h22 10h26
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather ideal weather ideal weather
Activities and events

What to do in Islamabad in October?

Best activities in October
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomy
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The best offers right now to Islamabad

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 10 Oct to 26 Oct 2026

£438 per person
16 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 8 Oct to 19 Oct 2026

£467 per person
11 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 4 Oct to 23 Oct 2026

£474 per person
19 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 7 Oct to 23 Oct 2026

£483 per person
16 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 18 Oct to 23 Oct 2026

£487 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 19 Oct to 24 Oct 2026

£497 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air Uk
The cheapest

London Islamabad

From 26 Oct to 30 Oct 2026

£539 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
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Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Observed weather

What was the weather like in Islamabad in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Islamabad in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
24°C34°C0.1 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
23°C34°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
23°C33°C1.8 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C4.8 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
20°C27°C6.0 mm
6
Light rain shower
18°C23°C3.5 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
15°C23°C0.5 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
16°C27°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
18°C27°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
18°C28°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
19°C28°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
18°C30°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
18°C30°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
19°C30°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
18°C30°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
18°C30°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
18°C28°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
17°C28°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
17°C29°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
18°C29°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Islamabad in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Islamabad in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Islamabad in October, which places this month 1st out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect on average 32°C during the day and 24°C at night, with about 29 mm of precipitation and only one rainy day in the month.

Expect about 8.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking, Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Nightlife. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 48/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 38/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

The most favorable months in Islamabad are: February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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