Best Time to Visit Hargeisa, Somaliland, Somaliland
Hargeisa is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Hargeisa for sunny, dry weather is June and October–March — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and October–March; the wetter half falls in April–May and July–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 17.8°C / 64°F in December to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in June, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 77 mm / 3 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hargeisa, Somaliland's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Hargeisa'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 | 17.9°C64.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.2°C66.6°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.6°C70.9°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 22.8°C73°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.8°C64°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hargeisa?
The best time to visit Hargeisa for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, June, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 24.7°C / 76.5°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hargeisa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Hargeisa?
The rainy season at Hargeisa runs through April–May and July–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 37 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is April (77 mm / 3 in).
What is the driest month in Hargeisa?
The driest month in Hargeisa is January, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.9°C / 64.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Hargeisa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Hargeisa — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, April, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 77 mm / 3 in in April, and the coldest month averages 17.8°C / 64°F.
Is Hargeisa climate different from Somaliland overall?
Yes, usually. Our Hargeisa 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 Hargeisa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.