Djibouti Climate by Month
Djibouti experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very hot days
to warm weather.
Djibouti has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Djibouti is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 39°C in July to a comfortable 28°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 23°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Djibouti maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 308 mm. The seasons in Djibouti, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 40 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 0 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Djibouti enjoys sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 10.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Djibouti ranges from 25°C in February to 30°C in June.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Djibouti.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Djibouti in Djibouti
Other facts from our historical weather data:Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 39°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 40 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 315 hours of sunshine.
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