Climate of Sanaa, Yemen
Area-weighted average across Sanaa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sanaa, a subdivision of Yemen, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.9°C / 58.8°F in December to 23.9°C / 75°F in June, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 47 mm / 1.9 in depending on the season (240 mm / 9.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.7°C60.3°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.7°C63.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.8°C65.8°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 20.3°C68.5°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 22.4°C72.3°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 23.9°C75°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 23.5°C74.3°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.9°C73.2°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| September | 22.2°C72°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 18.3°C64.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.1°C61°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.9°C58.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sanaa?
The best months to visit Sanaa, 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 23.9°C / 75°F, and the driest is October with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Sanaa?
Sanaa, Yemen has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.9°C / 58.8°F in December to 23.9°C / 75°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 240 mm / 9.4 in, with the wettest month being August (47 mm / 1.9 in) and the driest October (4 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?
The hottest month in Sanaa is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.9°C / 75°F.
What is the coldest month in Sanaa?
The coldest month in Sanaa is December, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.9°C / 58.8°F.
When does it rain most in Sanaa?
The wettest month in Sanaa is August, averaging about 47 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.