Sanaa, Yemen Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sanaa
Located in Yemen, Sanaa experiences a hot desert climate with intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain. Afternoon temperatures peak near 84°F (29°C) in June and dip to about 72°F (22°C) in December, with around 7.9 inches (200 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: June - highs near 84°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: December - highs near 72°F (22°C)
- Record high: 91°F (33°C) · Record low: 34°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: March (11.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: hot desert - intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on June. Highs average 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 61°F (16°C). The coolest month is December, with typical highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows around 46°F (8°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 91°F (33°C) and dropped as low as 34°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 2.7 inches (68 mm) of rain over 12 days, while December is the driest. March brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.4 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 47° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.8 h/day | 42% |
| February | 76° | 50° | 1 | 0.1 in | 11.0 h/day | 41% |
| March | 78° | 53° | 2 | 0.4 in | 11.4 h/day | 44% |
| April | 78° | 56° | 5 | 0.9 in | 11.4 h/day | 47% |
| May | 80° | 58° | 5 | 1.4 in | 11.1 h/day | 41% |
| June | 84° | 61° | 1 | 0.2 in | 11.0 h/day | 31% |
| July | 82° | 62° | 7 | 1.3 in | 9.7 h/day | 43% |
| August | 80° | 60° | 12 | 2.7 in | 10.6 h/day | 52% |
| September | 81° | 59° | 2 | 0.3 in | 11.1 h/day | 32% |
| October | 75° | 53° | 1 | 0.4 in | 11.2 h/day | 33% |
| November | 73° | 49° | 0 | 0.1 in | 10.7 h/day | 40% |
| December | 72° | 46° | 0 | 0.1 in | 10.8 h/day | 39% |
Sanaa month by month
Sanaa weather in January
January brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 1 wet days.
Sanaa weather in February
February brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 1 wet days.
Sanaa weather in March
March brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 2 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Sanaa.
Sanaa weather in April
April brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 5 wet days.
Sanaa weather in May
May brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), about 5 wet days.
Sanaa weather in June
June brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 1 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Sanaa.
Sanaa weather in July
July brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 7 wet days.
Sanaa weather in August
August brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Sanaa.
Sanaa weather in September
September brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 2 wet days.
Sanaa weather in October
October brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 1 wet days.
Sanaa weather in November
November brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 0 wet days.
Sanaa weather in December
December brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 0 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Sanaa.
Seasons in Sanaa
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Sanaa is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 78°F (26°C) and nights around 56°F (13°C); rain falls on about 13 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Sanaa is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 20 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Sanaa is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 54°F (12°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Sanaa is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 73°F (23°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Sanaa
The best time to visit Sanaa is generally January to June, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 78°F (25°C).
Pack for Sanaa with rain gear if you travel around August. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - June nights average 61°F (16°C).
Sanaa temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.