Best Time to Visit Sanaa
The best months to visit Sanaa are Jan, Nov, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Nov, Dec
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Sanaa. Expect highs of 23°C to 23°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
July
30°C high
Coldest Month
January
8°C low
Driest Month
February
0 rain days
Wettest Month
August
13 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 23°C / Low: 8°C
1 rain days
February
High: 26°C / Low: 10°C
March
High: 25°C / Low: 11°C
5 rain days
April
High: 26°C / Low: 13°C
5 rain days
May
High: 28°C / Low: 15°C
5 rain days
June
High: 29°C / Low: 16°C
July
High: 30°C / Low: 18°C
0 rain days
August
High: 27°C / Low: 16°C
13 rain days
September
High: 27°C / Low: 15°C
2 rain days
October
High: 24°C / Low: 12°C
2 rain days
November
High: 23°C / Low: 9°C
0 rain days
December
High: 23°C / Low: 8°C
Tourist Seasons in Sanaa
Peak Season
January, November, December
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
February, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
March, April, May, June, July, August, September
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 23°C | 8°C | 1 | Peak Season |
February | 26°C | 10°C | 0 | Shoulder Season |
March | 25°C | 11°C | 5 | Off Season |
April | 26°C | 13°C | 5 | Off Season |
May | 28°C | 15°C | 5 | Off Season |
June | 29°C | 16°C | 0 | Off Season |
July | 30°C | 18°C | 0 | Off Season |
August | 27°C | 16°C | 13 | Off Season |
September | 27°C | 15°C | 2 | Off Season |
October | 24°C | 12°C | 2 | Shoulder Season |
November★ | 23°C | 9°C | 0 | Peak Season |
December★ | 23°C | 8°C | 0 | Peak Season |
Season Timeline
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Sanaa Walking Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems
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Sanaa Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
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Best of Sanaa: Skip-the-Line Top Attractions
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Day Trip from Sanaa: Scenic Excursion
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Sanaa Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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