Asmara Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Asmara’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Eritrea.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With minimal seasonal shifts, Asmara experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in June to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 12°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Asmara by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. June, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 217 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 49 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 3 days. It records 293 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Eritrea Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Eritrea. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Asmara Temperatures Compared World Wide
Asmara’s average annual maximum temperature is 26°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Asmara, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 54% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 24°C. In the warmest month, June, the humidity is 48% combined with an average maximum temperature of 29°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Asmara’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Asmara climate page.
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