Climate Insights for Sana'a

At Tahrir District, Amanat Al Asimah, Yemen

Hottest
June
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
December
8°C low46°F low
Wettest
August
133 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sana'a is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 382 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 133 mm of rainfall. Sana'a is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, May. The coldest months are December, January, November, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Sana'a is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 15.1 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 5.2 in of rainfall. Sana'a is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, May. The coldest months are December, January, November, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°FebMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 10°MarMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AprMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 13°MayMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 15°JunMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°JulMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°SepMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 15°OctMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°NovMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°DecMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FFebMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 73°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FDecMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°F
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Sana'a sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 28°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sana'a vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5mmFebPrecipitation: 8mmMarPrecipitation: 16mmAprPrecipitation: 56mmMayPrecipitation: 49mmJunPrecipitation: 17mmJulPrecipitation: 57mmAugPrecipitation: 133mmSepPrecipitation: 24mmOctPrecipitation: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 2mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.2inFebPrecipitation: 0.3inMarPrecipitation: 0.6inAprPrecipitation: 2.2inMayPrecipitation: 1.9inJunPrecipitation: 0.7inJulPrecipitation: 2.2inAugPrecipitation: 5.2inSepPrecipitation: 1inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.1in
Precipitation

Sana'a is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 382 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 32 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. July and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2 mm. That's 130 mm less than August, 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.Sana'a is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 15.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. July and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.1 in. That's 5.1 in less than August, 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/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Sana'a is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sana'a is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan15°59°F
Feb17°62°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr19°65°F
May21°69°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov16°60°F
Dec15°58°F

The best time to visit Sana'a is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 25 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sana'a is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 46°F. 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 Sana'a 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 Sana'a 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h3 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
10 °C51 °F
23 °C74 °F
6 km/h4 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
24 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
16 °C61 °F
28 °C83 °F
9 km/h5 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
57 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
133 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h5 mph
24 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
9 °C49 °F
23 °C73 °F
7 km/h5 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
8 °C46 °F
22 °C71 °F
6 km/h4 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in