Climate Insights for Marka

Gobolka Shabeellaha Hoose, Somalia

Hottest
April
31°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
May
78mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Marka is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 435mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 78mm of rainfall. Marka sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Feb Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Mar Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Apr Max: 31° Average: 29° Min: 27° May Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jun Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jul Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Nov Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25°
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Average
Min

Marka has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 2mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 65mm May Precipitation: 78mm Jun Precipitation: 51mm Jul Precipitation: 50mm Aug Precipitation: 41mm Sep Precipitation: 28mm Oct Precipitation: 29mm Nov Precipitation: 64mm Dec Precipitation: 13mm
Precipitation

Marka is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 435mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 78mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 77mm less than May, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 22km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 24km/h Aug Wind Speed: 22km/h Sep Wind Speed: 21km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 20km/h
Wind Speed

Marka is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Marka, which began on September 23, 2026. Marka sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 156mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/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 Marka 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
25 °C
30 °C
23 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
30 °C
22 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
30 °C
18 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
29 °C
23 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
30 °C
20 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
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