January · Eritrea
Best time to visit Massawa in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
7.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 44 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Sunny days
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Massawa scores 7.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 44 mm of rain, and roughly 15 sunny days this month.
Massawa is a historic Red Sea port of coral-stone buildings, islands, old harbors, and intense coastal heat near Eritrea's Dahlak waters.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Massawa in January?
- In January, Massawa averages 24°C, 44 mm of rain, and about 15 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Massawa?
- January earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Massawa in January?
- Expect about 44 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 15 sunny days.
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