Climate in Comoros

Comoros has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -2°C in the coldest regions to highs of 29°C in the warmest areas. Precipitation is relatively consistent across the country, ranging between 199mm and 341mm annually. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 282cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are hot year-round while the coldest regions remain cold, making Comoros a country of sharp climate contrasts.

Temperature patterns across Comoros vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Central is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 29°C and an annual average of 27°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Central, where winter lows drop to -2°C and an annual average of 0°C. This 28°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Comoros they visit. Regional temperature differences remain relatively consistent across seasons, with around 29°C of variation in both summer and winter. For example, Mbéni in the Grande Comore averages 27°C annually, while Sima in the Ndzuwani averages 0°C.

Precipitation across Comoros is moderately consistent, with regional totals ranging between 199mm and 341mm annually. The Central receives the most rainfall, at approximately 341mm annually. The Central is the driest, with around 199mm per year. Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly across the seasons, with no strong wet or dry period in most regions. The Central sees the most snowfall, with up to 282cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Visitors heading to wetter areas can expect more frequent rain than those staying in drier parts of the country.