Best Time to Visit Ibb, Ibb, Yemen
Ibb is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Ibb for sunny, dry weather is June and September–March — 8 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 14.9°C / 58.8°F in January to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in June, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (December) to 82 mm / 3.2 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ibb, Ibb, Yemen's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ibb'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 | 14.9°C58.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.5°C61.7°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18°C64.4°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.3°C72.1°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 20.7°C69.3°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 18.2°C64.8°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.2°C61.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15°C59°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ibb?
The best time to visit Ibb for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, June, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 22.3°C / 72.1°F, and the driest is December with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ibb's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ibb?
The rainy season at Ibb, Ibb runs through April–May and July–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 40 mm / 1.6 in. The wettest single month is August (82 mm / 3.2 in).
What is the driest month in Ibb?
The driest month in Ibb is December, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15°C / 59°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ibb?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ibb — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 82 mm / 3.2 in in August, and the coldest month averages 14.9°C / 58.8°F.
Is Ibb climate different from Yemen overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ibb 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 Ibb specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.