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Socotra is one of the most special places on earth. It is a group of islands in the Indian Ocean (Asia) that is part of Yemen. There are also almost no tourists which makes it a must add to your bucket list.
Mukalla in Yemen sees moderate seasonal temperature shifts, with daytime highs between 26°C (79°F) in January and 36°C (97°F) in June, averaging 31°C (88°F) annually. Explore the full monthly breakdown below.
Mukalla experiences balanced seasonal shifts, with noticeable but moderate temperature variations. At night, minimum temperatures range from 29°C (84°F) in June to 20°C (68°F) in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Mukalla by month:
Daily lows are most common between 4 AM and 6 AM. By 3 PM temperatures reach their daily high, driven by peak solar heating.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
Average high and low temperatures for each day of the month based on long-term records. 30-year average (1989-2025)
Browse day-by-day temperature records for Mukalla spanning 44 years. Select any month and year to see actual high and low temperatures recorded on each day.
The map below shows the annual temperature across Yemen. You can also select individual months if you want to compare a specific time of year.
Mukalla's average annual maximum temperature is 31°C (88°F). To put that in context, here's how it compares to a few well-known destinations:
Barcelona, Spain has an annual average of around 21°C (70°F), with warm summers and mild, fairly short winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland averages 8°C (46°F) a year, with cold winters and cool summers thanks to its Alpine setting.
Buenos Aires, Argentina averages 23°C (73°F) a year, with hot summers and mild winters, and seasons reversed compared to Europe.
Adelaide, Australia averages 21°C (70°F) a year, with warm summers, mild winters, and relatively low rainfall year-round.
Temperature alone doesn't tell the whole story, humidity plays a big role in how warm or cold it actually feels. High humidity in summer makes the heat feel more intense, particularly once temperatures climb above 25°C. In winter, the same humidity can make cold air feel sharper than the thermometer suggests.
In Mukalla, January is the coolest month, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and humidity around 71%, considered high. In June, the warmest month, temperatures average 36°C (97°F) with 77% humidity, conditions that feel high. For a full picture, see our humidity page.
Climate temperature data is typically calculated as a 30-year average. This smooths out year-to-year variability and gives a more reliable picture of what a place is actually like, rather than what happened in any single unusual year.
The readings come from a range of sources, land-based weather stations, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. That data is collected by weather services around the world, then pooled, quality-checked, and averaged to produce the climate records you see here.
Global average temperatures have risen by around 1.2°C since the pre-industrial era, and the effects are visible across many regions. Winters are milder on average, with fewer frost days and less snow in many parts of the world. Heatwaves are more frequent and more intense, and Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all set records.
Summers are also getting drier in some areas, while winter rainfall has increased in others. This contributies to higher river levels and more flooding. In many countries, spring arrives earlier and autumn lasts longer. It has knock-on effects for wildlife, agriculture, and local ecosystems.
For more on Mukalla's weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity, visit our Mukalla climate page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mukalla - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Humidity Water Temp
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