Best Time to Visit Ataq, Shabwah, Yemen
Ataq is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Ataq for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and September–February; the wetter half falls in March–May and July–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 19.4°C / 66.9°F in January to 30.8°C / 87.4°F in July, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (December) to 20 mm / 0.8 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ataq, Shabwah, Yemen's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ataq's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.4°C66.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.9°C71.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 23.6°C74.5°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.5°C79.7°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 28.7°C83.7°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 30.5°C86.9°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 30.8°C87.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 30.1°C86.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 28.8°C83.8°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 25.1°C77.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 22°C71.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19.8°C67.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ataq?
The best time to visit Ataq for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 30.8°C / 87.4°F, and the driest is December with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ataq's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ataq?
The rainy season at Ataq, Shabwah runs through March–May and July–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 10 mm / 0.4 in. The wettest single month is April (20 mm / 0.8 in).
What is the driest month in Ataq?
The driest month in Ataq is December, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.8°C / 67.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ataq?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ataq — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 20 mm / 0.8 in in April, and the coldest month averages 19.4°C / 66.9°F.
Is Ataq climate different from Yemen overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ataq figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Yemen figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Ataq specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.