Best Time to Visit Erigavo, Somaliland, Somaliland
Erigavo is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Erigavo for sunny, dry weather is June–August and October–April — 10 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July and October–March; the wetter half falls in April–June and August–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.5°C / 58.1°F in December to 19.8°C / 67.6°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (December) to 74 mm / 2.9 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Erigavo, Somaliland's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Erigavo's climate is broadly mild oceanic. 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 | 15.1°C59.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.5°C61.7°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17°C62.6°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 18.4°C65.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.5°C67.1°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.8°C67.6°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.8°C67.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.8°C62.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.6°C60.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.5°C58.1°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Erigavo?
The best time to visit Erigavo for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 19.8°C / 67.6°F, and the driest is December with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Erigavo's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Erigavo?
The rainy season at Erigavo runs through April–June and August–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 22 mm / 0.9 in. The wettest single month is September (74 mm / 2.9 in).
What is the driest month in Erigavo?
The driest month in Erigavo is December, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14.5°C / 58.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Erigavo?
The least comfortable months for travel to Erigavo — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 74 mm / 2.9 in in September, and the coldest month averages 14.5°C / 58.1°F.
Is Erigavo climate different from Somaliland overall?
Yes, usually. Our Erigavo figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Somaliland 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 Erigavo specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.