Socotra Climate by Month
The weather in Socotra is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Socotra experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in April to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 20°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Socotra is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 194 mm. The climate in Socotra shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in October, with an average of 49 mm of precipitation over 2 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.3 mm of rainfall over 13 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Socotra.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Socotra in Yemen
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
April has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 49 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
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