When is the best time to go to Mogadishu
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Mogadishu, Somalia. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Mogadishu
Mogadishu weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Mogadishu are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29°C | 2mm | 9.8hrs | 12.8hrs | 27°C |
The weather in January in Mogadishu is characteristically hot and very dry.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Mogadishu, with some very good weather at this time of year.
January is in the winter in Mogadishu and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 32°C (89°F), whilst at night 21°C (70°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 2mm 0.1 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Mogadishu weather in January »
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29°C | 2mm | 10hrs | 12.8hrs | 27°C |
February in Mogadishu is generally very dry with the temperature being hot.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Mogadishu, with some very good weather at this time of year.
February is in the winter in Mogadishu and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 32°C (90°F), whilst at night 21°C (71°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 2mm 0.1 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day.
Mogadishu weather in February »
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30°C | 7mm | 9.7hrs | 12.8hrs | 28°C |
The weather in March in Mogadishu is characteristically hot and very dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Mogadishu, with some very good weather at this time of year.
March is in the spring in Mogadishu and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 33°C (92°F), whilst at night 23°C (73°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 7mm 0.3 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30°C | 63mm | 9hrs | 12.9hrs | 29°C |
Mogadishu's weather in April is typically very hot, humid and reasonably dry in nature.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Mogadishu for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
April is in the spring in Mogadishu and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 33°C (92°F), whilst at night 23°C (74°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 63mm 2.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29°C | 79mm | 9.2hrs | 12.9hrs | 28°C |
May is a reasonably dry, humid month in Mogadishu and the temperature is generally hot.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Mogadishu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
May is in the spring in Mogadishu and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 32°C (89°F), whilst at night 23°C (74°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 79mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 71mm | 8.7hrs | 12.8hrs | 27°C |
June is a reasonably dry month in Mogadishu and the temperature is generally hot.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Mogadishu for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
June is in the summer in Mogadishu and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 31°C (87°F), whilst at night 22°C (72°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 71mm 2.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 13 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27°C | 71mm | 7.7hrs | 12.8hrs | 26°C |
July in Mogadishu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being hot.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Mogadishu.
July is in the summer in Mogadishu and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 30°C (85°F), whilst at night 22°C (71°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 71mm 2.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 13 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27°C | 37mm | 8.2hrs | 12.8hrs | 26°C |
The weather in August in Mogadishu is characteristically hot and reasonably dry.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Mogadishu, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
August is in the summer in Mogadishu and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 30°C (86°F), whilst at night 21°C (71°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 37mm 1.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 1 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine per day.
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27°C | 16mm | 9.2hrs | 12.9hrs | 26°C |
Mogadishu's weather in September is typically hot and dry in nature.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of pretty acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Mogadishu.
September is in the fall / autumn in Mogadishu and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 30°C (87°F), whilst at night 22°C (71°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 16mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Mogadishu weather in September »
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 47mm | 8.7hrs | 12.9hrs | 27°C |
October is a reasonably dry, humid month in Mogadishu and the temperature is generally hot.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Mogadishu.
October is in the fall / autumn in Mogadishu and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 23°C (73°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 47mm 1.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Mogadishu weather in October »
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 81mm | 9.1hrs | 12.8hrs | 28°C |
The weather in November in Mogadishu is characteristically hot, humid and a little damp.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Mogadishu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
November is in the fall / autumn in Mogadishu and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 32°C (89°F), whilst at night 22°C (72°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 81mm 3.2 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.1 hours of sunshine per day.
Mogadishu weather in November »
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 15mm | 9.8hrs | 12.8hrs | 27°C |
December in Mogadishu is generally dry with the temperature being hot.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Mogadishu, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
December is in the winter in Mogadishu and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 32°C (89°F), whilst at night 22°C (71°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Mogadishu with around 15mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 2 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Mogadishu weather stats
| Hottest month: | April | 33°C 91.4°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | January | 2mm 0.1ins |
| Sunniest month: | February | 10hrs |
| Coldest month: | August | 29.6°C 85.3°F |
| Wettest month: | November | 81mm 3.2ins |
| Warmest sea: | April | 29.1°C 84.4°F |
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