Asmara, Eritrea experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Asmara, Eritrea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Asmara, Eritrea. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Aug At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: May, June, September, October, November
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 23°C / 12°C
Feels Like 23°C / 12°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 68 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 67%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Hottest Month
26°C
June
Avg Low14°C
Rain7days
Coldest Month
10°C
January
Avg High21°C
Rain12days
Driest Month
6days
October
Avg High22°C
Avg Low12°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
June (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:55
Daylight 13h
Sunset 18:57
Live conditions—
Asmara on the map · live conditions
Asmara, Eritrea
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Eritrea
- City
- Asmara
- Population
- 563.9K
- Coordinates
- 15.34°, 38.93°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 14 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 20 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 7 days/mo
3/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 21°C / 10°C . Feb: 22°C / 11°C . Mar: 24°C / 12°C . Apr: 24°C / 13°C . May: 25°C / 14°C . Jun: 26°C / 14°C . Jul: 23°C / 14°C . Aug: 22°C / 14°C . Sep: 23°C / 13°C . Oct: 22°C / 12°C . Nov: 21°C / 11°C . Dec: 21°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 42 mm. Feb: 39 mm. Mar: 42 mm. Apr: 72 mm. May: 54 mm. Jun: 31 mm. Jul: 155 mm. Aug: 233 mm. Sep: 47 mm. Oct: 33 mm. Nov: 37 mm. Dec: 26 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 62%. Apr: 65%. May: 56%. Jun: 48%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 79%. Sep: 61%. Oct: 64%. Nov: 75%. Dec: 75%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 10 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jun 2025 · 26°C | Jun · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 9°C | Jan · 10°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 281 mm | Aug · 233 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 16 km/h | Jun · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Wet August
Wet September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C / 10°C | 20°C / 9°C | 12days (42 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 22°C / 11°C | 22°C / 10°C | 10days (39 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 24°C / 12°C | 24°C / 11°C | 12days (42 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 24°C / 13°C | 25°C / 12°C | 18days (72 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 14°C | 25°C / 13°C | 11days (54 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 14°C | 25°C / 13°C | 7days (31 mm) Good | 11.2h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 26days (155 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 22°C / 14°C | 23°C / 14°C | 28days (233 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 79% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 7days (47 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 22°C / 12°C | 21°C / 11°C | 6days (33 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 21°C / 11°C | 21°C / 11°C | 8days (37 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 21°C / 10°C | 20°C / 9°C | 8days (26 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 6.9 High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Asmara are May, June, September, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Asmara, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Asmara is June, with average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Asmara is January, with average overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Asmara is August, averaging 233mm of precipitation across 28 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Asmara runs through August, July, April, January, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Asmara.
Asmara receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Asmara.
The least favorable months to visit Asmara are January, July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, June, September, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Asmara is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Asmara is 67%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Asmara are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Asmara averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 46%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Asmara is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Asmara has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Asmara ranges from 12°C (54°F) to 23°C (73°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Asmara. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Asmara, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 26°C (78°F) and 7 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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