Mogadishu Climate by Month
Mogadishu has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Mogadishu temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April to a comfortable 28°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in August.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Mogadishu receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 537 mm. The seasons in Mogadishu, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 89 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 7 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.2 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Mogadishu enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, 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 Mogadishu ranges from 25°C in July to 28°C in March.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Mogadishu.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Mogadishu ranges from 3°C in April to 5°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Mogadishu in Somalia
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, August, September, October and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of January, February and March are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 89 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine.
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