Climate Insights for Hargeisa
Hargeisa District, Somalia
Climate Overview
The climate in Hargeisa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 207 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 51 mm of rainfall. Hargeisa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Hargeisa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 8.1 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 2 in of rainfall. Hargeisa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Hargeisa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 31°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Hargeisa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 55°F to 87°F. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hargeisa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 207 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 51 mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 mm. That's 51 mm 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.Hargeisa is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 8.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 2 in of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 in. That's 2 in 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
Hargeisa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 30km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 19km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 28km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Hargeisa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 19mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 17mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hargeisa is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Hargeisa is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. 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 Hargeisa 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 Hargeisa 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.