Climate normals · 1970–2000
Asmara Climate
Asmara is a city in Eritrea (05) with a population of about 563,930. Its average annual temperature is 18.4°C (65°F), with roughly 504 mm of rain per year.
18.4°C
Avg Temp
504
Precip (mm/yr)
Jun
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
Asmara Climate
Asmara has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F) and receives about 504 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is June and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.4°C
Avg Temp
504
Precip (mm/yr)
Jun
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16° / 60° | 8 mm |
| February | 17° / 62° | 10 mm |
| March | 18° / 65° | 14 mm |
| April | 19° / 67° | 28 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 36 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 31 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 139 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 153 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 37 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 19 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 17 mm |
| December | 16° / 60° | 12 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Asmara
The most comfortable months to visit Asmara are typically June, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is June (around 28°C high). The coldest is December (near 9°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Asmara are typically June, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Asmara, Eritrea has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C and about 504 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is June and the coldest is December.
In June, the hottest month, daily highs in Asmara average about 28°C (83°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.