Climate Insights for Sifra

Afar Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
June
35°C peak
Coldest
January
15°C low
Wettest
August
93mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sifra is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 400mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 93mm of rainfall. Sifra is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° Mar Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° May Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Jun Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 22° Jul Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 22° Aug Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Sep Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Oct Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Dec Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Sifra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 35°C. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 13mm Feb Precipitation: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 58mm Apr Precipitation: 72mm May Precipitation: 40mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 42mm Aug Precipitation: 93mm Sep Precipitation: 20mm Oct Precipitation: 15mm Nov Precipitation: 15mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm
Precipitation

Sifra is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 400mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 93mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2mm. That's 91mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Sifra is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Sifra, which began on June 21, 2026. Sifra is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 15°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 169mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 138mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 43mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 24°
Apr 25°
May 27°
Jun 29°
Jul 28°
Aug 25°
Sep 26°
Oct 25°
Nov 23°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Sifra is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 22mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. 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 Sifra 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
35 °C
8 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
33 °C
8 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
21 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
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