Best Time to Visit Asmara
Best time: Mar, Feb, Oct, Jan.
Jun is warmest (28.1°C high); Aug is rainiest (157 mm).
Asmara weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.4 | 8 | 0 | 9.3 |
| Feb | 23.6 | 9.1 | 1 | 9.9 |
| Mar | 25.1 | 10.6 | 8 | 11.1 |
| Apr | 26.1 | 11.8 | 25 | 11.6 |
| May | 27.5 | 12.9 | 35 | 11.9 |
| Jun | 28.1 | 12.9 | 32 | 11.2 |
| Jul | 24.7 | 11.8 | 142 | 9.8 |
| Aug | 24.9 | 12 | 157 | 9.1 |
| Sep | 26.3 | 11.5 | 36 | 10.4 |
| Oct | 24.9 | 10.5 | 10 | 10.7 |
| Nov | 23.2 | 9 | 11 | 9.4 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 8 | 2 | 9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MarFebOctJan
Beaches: MarOctJunApr
Hiking: FebJanMarDec
Sightseeing: MarFebJanOct
Asmara quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jul, Aug): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Asmara?
Mar, Feb, Oct, Jan.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 157 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jun, with average highs of 28.1°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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