Climate Insights for Sangaduud
Galkayo District, Galmudug, Somalia
Climate Overview
The climate in Sangaduud is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 166 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 44 mm of rainfall. Sangaduud sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sangaduud is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 6.5 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 1.7 in of rainfall. Sangaduud sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Sangaduud sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°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.Sangaduud sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 95°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sangaduud is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 166 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 44 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 mm. That's 44 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.Sangaduud is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 1.7 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0 in. That's 1.7 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
Sangaduud is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 18km/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 18km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 28km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Sangaduud is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10mph 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 11mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 17mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sangaduud 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 Sangaduud 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.