Eritrea

Eritrea Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Eritrea in September.

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Asmara Assab

Considering a trip to Eritrea this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Eritrea in September

September in Eritrea generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Asmara at 28°C (82°F) and very hot in Assab at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 30°C (86°F) in Assab and 16°C (61°F) in Asmara.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Eritrea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Assab with an average of 5.3 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Asmara with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Asmara sees close to 216 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Eritrea by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Eritrea — and find the best time to visit. (based on Asmara)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March27°C (81°F) April28°C (82°F) May29°C (84°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September28°C (82°F) October26°C (79°F) November25°C (77°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Eritrea in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Eritrea.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Eritrea

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Eritrea?

Temperature range in Eritrea (September)

Precipitation variation in Eritrea (September)

Asmara

In September Asmara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
216 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
276 mm (11 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Asmara →

Assab

In September Assab generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Assab →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Eritrea in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Asmara 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Assab 35°C (95°F) 30°C (86°F) 5.3 mm (0.2 in)

Eritrea weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Eritrea in September?

In September, Eritrea generally has perfect weather conditions. Asmara sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Eritrea in September?

Average temperatures in Eritrea during September range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Asmara.

Does Eritrea get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Eritrea. Asmara averages only about 61 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Eritrea?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Eritrea. Typically, the climate in Asmara is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Asmara. The weather in August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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