Chisimayo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Chisimayo, Somalia, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), ranging from 34°C (93°F) in March to 30°C (86°F) in August.
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 560 mm (22 in), with May being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from August to March. The sunniest month is May, with 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Chisimayo
The climate in Chisimayo remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C (93°F) in March. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 27°C (81°F) in March to 24°C (75°F) in August.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Chisimayo
Generally, Chisimayo experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 560 mm (22 in) yearly. Chisimayo can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 3.8 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Chisimayo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Chisimayo
Chisimayo experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 8.5 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 6.4 hours in July, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Chisimayo
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 25°C (77°F) in July to 29°C (84°F) in April.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Chisimayo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chisimayo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 80%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Chisimayo 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Chisimayo
In general, temperatures in Chisimayo range from 30°C (86°F) to 34°C (93°F) across the year, with January, February and March being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
