Best Time to Visit Djibouti
Djibouti is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Djibouti for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers May–October and January–February, while the wetter half runs through March–April and November–December. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 35.8°C / 96.4°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (June) to 23 mm / 0.9 in (November). Djibouti's climate is broadly hot arid. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Djibouti can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
When is the best time to visit Djibouti?
The best time to visit Djibouti for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is July (35.8°C / 96.4°F country-wide average) and the driest is June (about 2 mm / 0.1 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Djibouti?
The rainy season in Djibouti runs through March–April and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 10 mm / 0.4 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 23 mm / 0.9 in.
What is the dry season in Djibouti?
The drier half of the year in Djibouti covers May–October and January–February, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 10 mm / 0.4 in. The driest single month is June with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Djibouti?
The least comfortable months for travel in Djibouti — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, April, November, December. These are Djibouti's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 23 mm / 0.9 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Djibouti?
Djibouti doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the June window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.