Himora, Eritrea experiences average highs of 37°C (99°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 5 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Himora, Eritrea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Himora, Eritrea. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.7/10
Best: January, February, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 37°C / 23°C
Feels Like 38°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 5
Rainfall 31 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 39%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
41°C
April
Avg Low26°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
20°C
January
Avg High36°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High36°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
20 km/h
July (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, August due to extreme heat, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:06
Daylight 13h
Sunset 19:04
Live conditions—
Himora on the map · live conditions
Himora, Eritrea
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Eritrea
- City
- Himora
- Population
- 46.1K
- Coordinates
- 14.30°, 36.61°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 41°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 4 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
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: 36°C / 20°C . Feb: 38°C / 21°C . Mar: 40°C / 23°C . Apr: 41°C / 26°C . May: 40°C / 27°C . Jun: 38°C / 26°C . Jul: 34°C / 24°C . Aug: 31°C / 23°C . Sep: 34°C / 23°C . Oct: 37°C / 24°C . Nov: 38°C / 24°C . Dec: 37°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 1 mm. May: 18 mm. Jun: 35 mm. Jul: 94 mm. Aug: 168 mm. Sep: 44 mm. Oct: 11 mm. Nov: 1 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 32%. Feb: 28%. Mar: 20%. Apr: 19%. May: 30%. Jun: 42%. Jul: 60%. Aug: 72%. Sep: 62%. Oct: 41%. Nov: 29%. Dec: 31%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 17 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 16 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
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 is trending drier by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 42°C | Apr · 41°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 20°C | Jan · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 185 mm | Aug · 168 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 21 km/h | Jul · 20 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Fair April
Fair May
Fair June
Poor July
Fair August
Wet September
Fair October
Fair November best
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 36°C / 20°C | 35°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 32% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 38°C / 21°C | 36°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 40°C / 23°C | 39°C / 21°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 20% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 41°C / 26°C | 41°C / 24°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 19% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 40°C / 27°C | 41°C / 27°C | 4days (18 mm) Good | 11.3h Excellent | 30% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 38°C / 26°C | 39°C / 27°C | 7days (35 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 34°C / 24°C | 36°C / 26°C | 15days (94 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 60% Moderate | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 23°C | 34°C / 25°C | 20days (168 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 72% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 34°C / 23°C | 38°C / 26°C | 8days (44 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 37°C / 24°C | 39°C / 25°C | 3days (11 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November best | 38°C / 24°C | 38°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 29% Comfortable | 6.8 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 37°C / 21°C | 36°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 31% Comfortable | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Himora are January, February, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Himora, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Himora is April, with average daytime highs of 41°C (107°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Himora is January, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Himora is August, averaging 168mm of precipitation across 20 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Himora runs through August, July, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Himora.
Himora receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Himora.
The least favorable months to visit Himora are May, June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider January, February, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Himora is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Himora is 39%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Himora are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 20 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Himora averages 13 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 33%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Himora is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Himora has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Himora ranges from 24°C (75°F) to 38°C (100°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Himora, with a climate score of 3.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Himora, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 38°C (101°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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