Which is the hottest month in Massawa?

The hottest time of year in Massawa is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 39°C with extreme heat and humidity.

Does it ever rain in Massawa?

It never rains much in Massawa but December usually has the most rain with an average of 42mm. There are normally 1 day in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Massawa?

The sunniest time of year in Massawa is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 79% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Massawa?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Massawa in September when the water temperature reaches 32°C.

Best time to visit Massawa

Q: When is the best time to visit Massawa?

The best time to visit Massawa is January and February based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C.

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When is the best time to visit Massawa?

The best time to visit Massawa is January and February based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Eritrea (Massawa) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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