Climate Insights for Dikhil

Djibouti

Hottest
June
40°C peak104°F peak
Coldest
January
18°C low65°F low
Wettest
August
40 mm rain1.6 in rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dikhil is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 154 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 40 mm of rainfall. Dikhil is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Dikhil is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 6.1 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 1.6 in of rainfall. Dikhil is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 65°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°FebMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°MarMax: 35°Average: 27°Min: 22°AprMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°MayMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 26°JunMax: 40°Average: 34°Min: 28°JulMax: 38°Average: 33°Min: 28°AugMax: 36°Average: 31°Min: 26°SepMax: 38°Average: 33°Min: 28°OctMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 23°NovMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 95°FAverage: 81°FMin: 71°FAprMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 100°FAverage: 89°FMin: 78°FJunMax: 104°FAverage: 93°FMin: 82°FJulMax: 101°FAverage: 92°FMin: 82°FAugMax: 98°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FSepMax: 100°FAverage: 91°FMin: 82°FOctMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 74°FNovMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°F
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Temperatures in Dikhil vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 34°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Dikhil vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 104°F and an average of 93°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1mmFebPrecipitation: 1mmMarPrecipitation: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 35mmMayPrecipitation: 26mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 16mmAugPrecipitation: 40mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 2mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.4inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inMayPrecipitation: 1inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 1.6inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.1in
Precipitation

Dikhil is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 154 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 40 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1 mm. That's 39 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Dikhil is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 1.6 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 in. That's 1.5 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 18km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 20km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Dikhil is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Dikhil is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb25°77°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr29°85°F
May32°89°F
Jun34°93°F
Jul33°92°F
Aug31°89°F
Sep33°91°F
Oct29°85°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Dikhil is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 2 mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 40°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Dikhil is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.1 in per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 104°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dikhil based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dikhil based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C65 °F
31 °C87 °F
19 km/h12 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C67 °F
32 °C90 °F
20 km/h13 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C71 °F
35 °C95 °F
20 km/h13 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
36 °C97 °F
18 km/h11 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
26 °C78 °F
38 °C100 °F
12 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
28 °C82 °F
40 °C104 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
28 °C82 °F
38 °C101 °F
14 km/h9 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C79 °F
36 °C98 °F
12 km/h8 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
28 °C82 °F
38 °C100 °F
11 km/h7 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C74 °F
36 °C96 °F
16 km/h10 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C69 °F
33 °C91 °F
20 km/h12 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
19 km/h12 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in