July · Eritrea
Best time to visit Massawa in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Massawa in July
Average temperature 35°C, 1 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
6.5/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 35°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Massawa scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 35°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine 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.
July in Massawa: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
July averages 35°C (96°F) — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.
Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Massawa in July?
- In July, Massawa averages 35°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Massawa?
- July earns a 6.5/10 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 July?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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