Climate Insights for Balanbale

Cabudwaaq, Gobolka Galguduud, Somalia

Hottest
March
35°C peak
Coldest
January
20°C low
Wettest
April
66mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Balanbale is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 238mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 66mm of rainfall. Balanbale sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Apr Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° Jun Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° Jul Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Aug Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Sep Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Oct Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Balanbale sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. March 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 20°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 66mm May Precipitation: 37mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 53mm Nov Precipitation: 60mm Dec Precipitation: 3mm
Precipitation

Balanbale is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 238mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 66mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. That's 66mm less than April, 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 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 25km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 23km/h Jun Wind Speed: 33km/h Jul Wind Speed: 35km/h Aug Wind Speed: 32km/h Sep Wind Speed: 28km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Balanbale is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 25km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 35km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 17km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 24km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 33km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Balanbale, which began on March 20, 2026. Balanbale sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 33km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Balanbale 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
20 °C
33 °C
25 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
24 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
35 °C
23 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
35 °C
19 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
34 °C
23 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
34 °C
33 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
33 °C
35 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
34 °C
32 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
35 °C
28 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
33 °C
19 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
33 °C
22 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
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