Massawa in January
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
17Rainy days (109 mm)
11:10 hDaylight
06:56Sunrise · 18:06 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 21°C | 109 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 25°C | 22°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 27°C | 23°C | 33 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 33°C | 27°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 35°C | 28°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 36°C | 30°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 36°C | 30°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 35°C | 29°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.4 |
| October | 32°C | 27°C | 18 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 27°C | 23°C | 84 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Massawa in January?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Massawa?
The best months are April, March, November, May.