Assab Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Assab experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 31°C (88°F) in July to around 23°C (73°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Assab experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 74 mm (2.9 in) annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives low rainfall, averaging 18 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 2 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month June brings less rainfall, with 1 mm (0.04 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Assab Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Assab.

The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 68%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 48%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year