Climate of Sanaa Governorate, Yemen
Area-weighted average across Sanaa Governorate. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sanaa Governorate, a subdivision of Yemen, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in December to 25°C / 77°F in June, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 47 mm / 1.9 in depending on the season (237 mm / 9.3 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.1°C61°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.2°C64.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 19.5°C67.1°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.4°C70.5°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.4°C74.1°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 25°C77°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 24.8°C76.6°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24.2°C75.6°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| September | 23.3°C73.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 19.6°C67.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 17.1°C62.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.6°C60.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sanaa Governorate?
The best months to visit Sanaa Governorate, Yemen for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is June at an area-wide average of 25°C / 77°F, and the driest is October with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Sanaa Governorate?
Sanaa Governorate, Yemen has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in December to 25°C / 77°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 237 mm / 9.3 in, with the wettest month being August (47 mm / 1.9 in) and the driest October (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sanaa Governorate?
The hottest month in Sanaa Governorate is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 25°C / 77°F.
What is the coldest month in Sanaa Governorate?
The coldest month in Sanaa Governorate is December, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
When does it rain most in Sanaa Governorate?
The wettest month in Sanaa Governorate is August, averaging about 47 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.