Climate normals · 1970–2000
Burao Climate
Burao is a city in Somalia (19) with a population of about 99,270. Its average annual temperature is 23°C (73°F), with roughly 259 mm of rain per year.
23°C
Avg Temp
259
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Burao Climate
Burao has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F) and receives about 259 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23°C
Avg Temp
259
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 20° / 67° | 2 mm |
| February | 21° / 70° | 4 mm |
| March | 23° / 73° | 8 mm |
| April | 24° / 75° | 51 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 64 mm |
| June | 25° / 78° | 22 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 13 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 13 mm |
| September | 26° / 78° | 34 mm |
| October | 23° / 73° | 36 mm |
| November | 21° / 70° | 10 mm |
| December | 20° / 67° | 2 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 Burao
The most comfortable months to visit Burao are typically February, November and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 13°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Burao are typically February, November and December, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Burao, Somalia has an average annual temperature of 23°C and about 259 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is January.
In September, the hottest month, daily highs in Burao average about 32°C (89°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.