Visit Socotra
Socotra is one of the most special places on earth. It is a group of islands in the Indian Ocean (Asia) that is part of Yemen. There are also almost no tourists which makes it a must add to your bucket list.
January in Aden brings high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 11 mm (0.4 in).
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Aden - and find the best time to visit.
30-year average (1987-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Aden typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Aden spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Aden between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Yemen and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Yemen in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 26°C (79°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
See the full Aden climate overview or explore weather in Yemen.
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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