Best Time to Visit Sanaa, Sanaa, Yemen
Sanaa is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Sanaa for sunny, dry weather is June–July and September–April — 10 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 14.8°C / 58.6°F in December to 23.7°C / 74.7°F in June, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (October) to 53 mm / 2.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Sanaa, Sanaa, Yemen's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Sanaa'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 | 15.5°C59.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.5°C63.5°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 20.1°C68.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.7°C74.7°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 23.2°C73.8°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 22°C71.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 18.1°C64.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16°C60.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.8°C58.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sanaa?
The best time to visit Sanaa for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 23.7°C / 74.7°F, and the driest is October with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Sanaa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Sanaa?
The rainy season at Sanaa, Sanaa runs through March–May and July–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 11 mm / 0.4 in. The wettest single month is August (53 mm / 2.1 in).
What is the driest month in Sanaa?
The driest month in Sanaa is October, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Sanaa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Sanaa — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, April, May, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 53 mm / 2.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 14.8°C / 58.6°F.
Is Sanaa climate different from Yemen overall?
Yes, usually. Our Sanaa 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 Sanaa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.