Climate of Djibouti — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Djibouti. Part of Eastern Africa, Africa.
Located in Eastern Africa, Africa, Djibouti has a hot arid climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 35.8°C / 96.4°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 106 mm / 4.2 in — driest in June (2 mm / 0.1 in), wettest in November (23 mm / 0.9 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5°C77.9°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 25.7°C78.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27.2°C81°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 28.7°C83.7°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.5°C88.7°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 34.2°C93.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.8°C96.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35.2°C95.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 33.1°C91.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 30°C86°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.2°C81°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.1°C79°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Djibouti?
The best months to visit Djibouti for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is July (35.8°C / 96.4°F average), and the driest is June (~2 mm / 0.1 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Djibouti?
Djibouti has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 35.8°C / 96.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 106 mm / 4.2 in, with the wettest month being November (23 mm / 0.9 in) and the driest June (2 mm / 0.1 in). Regional variation within Djibouti can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Djibouti?
The hottest month in Djibouti is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 35.8°C / 96.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Djibouti?
The coldest month in Djibouti is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
When does it rain most in Djibouti?
The wettest month in Djibouti is November, averaging about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rain. The driest is June with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.