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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 42° 30° | 43° 31° | 44° 32° | 44° 34° | 40° 33° | 40° 33° | 38° 30° |
| Precipitation | 35% | 60% | 2% | 23% | 18% | 21% | 27% |
| Humidity | 62% | 55% | 52% | 43% | 55% | 53% | 61% |
| Wind | 19 km/h | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | 20 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 14 km/h |
Best time to visit Djibouti
The best time to visit Djibouti is January to March, and again in November and December, when conditions are generally comfortable and whale-shark trips are seasonal. April, May and October are hotter, while June to August are extremely hot and September remains demanding. Cyclonic systems and intense rain or flash flooding are noted mainly from January to April and October to December.
JanuaryTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours8Dry Days26
January is comfortable, around 21-29°C, with occasional coastal rain. Whale-shark trips are seasonal, while cyclonic systems can bring intense rain and flash flooding.
FebruaryTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours9Dry Days24
February is comfortable, around 22-29°C, with occasional coastal rain. Whale-shark encounters are seasonal, and cyclonic systems can bring intense rain and flash flooding.
MarchTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours9Dry Days26
March is warm, around 24-31°C, with coastal rain possible. Whale-shark trips remain seasonal, while cyclonic systems can bring intense rain and flash flooding.
AprilTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours11Dry Days28
April is hot, around 25-32°C, with inland showers possible. Cyclonic systems can bring intense rain and flash flooding, and whale-shark sightings become less reliable.
MayTemp (°C)32°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours12Dry Days28
May is hot, around 27-35°C, with inland rain possible and demanding midday conditions. Whale-shark sightings are uncommon during this period.
JuneTemp (°C)35°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours12Dry Days29
June is extremely hot, around 29-39°C, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C and strenuous inland sightseeing. Whale-shark sightings are very unlikely.
JulyTemp (°C)36°Rain (mm)5Sun Hours12Dry Days28
July is extremely hot, around 31-41°C, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C and strenuous inland sightseeing. Whale-shark sightings are very unlikely.
AugustTemp (°C)36°Rain (mm)15Sun Hours12Dry Days25
August is extremely hot, around 30-41°C, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C and strenuous inland sightseeing. Whale-shark sightings are very unlikely.
SeptemberTemp (°C)34°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours12Dry Days27
September is hot, around 29-37°C, with inland rain possible and demanding daytime conditions. Whale-shark sightings are very unlikely.
OctoberTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours9Dry Days28
October is hot, around 25-33°C, with occasional rain and a risk of cyclonic systems bringing intense rain and flash flooding. Whale-shark sightings begin to return.
NovemberTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours7Dry Days25
November is comfortable, around 23-31°C, with coastal rain that can be intense and peak storm season bringing flash floods. Whale-shark encounters are seasonal.
DecemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours7Dry Days28
December is comfortable, around 21-30°C, with occasional coastal rain and a risk of cyclonic systems bringing intense rain and flash flooding. Whale-shark encounters are near their seasonal peak.
Sources: responsibletravel.com, en.wikivoyage.org
Lake Assal Day Trip from Djibouti
Cost: From 327 USD · ★ 4.8 (61 reviews)
The uniqueness and specificity of this circuit lies in three aspects: in addition to walking on the lowest place in Africa, during this excursion you will discover the caravan of salt ancestral practice of Afar tribes and also be immersed in the local culture. finally and above all, even with the naked eye in the open air, the separation on the tec
Lake Assal and Whale Shark Full Day Combo Tour in Djibouti
Cost: From 500 USD · Duration: 12 hours · ★ 5.0 (8 reviews)
This full-day combo tour combines the incredible experience of swimming with whale sharks in Ghoubet Bay and exploring the stunning salt flats of Lake Assal. Begin your adventure by observing and swimming alongside these gentle giants during a guided marine excursion. Afterward, traverse the Great Rift Valley to reach Lake Assal, the lowest point i
2-day excursions Lake Abbé and Lake Assal
Cost: From 700 USD · Duration: 48 hours · ★ 5.0 (1 reviews)
We offer private air-conditioned transport in Hartop all-terrain vehicles, with an experienced driver in the tourism field and a professional local guide speaking English, French, Arabic, certified by the State Tourism Agency.
Brief
- Try local dishes such as skoudehkaris (spiced rice with meat), fah-fah (hot meat soup), lahooh flatbread, and strong cardamom- or ginger-flavoured tea.
- Djibouti’s climate is exceptionally hot and arid, especially away from the coast. Carry sufficient water for excursions and plan outdoor activities around the cooler parts of the day.
- Food and other imported goods can be expensive, as Djibouti relies heavily on imports. Supplies and prices may be less predictable outside Djibouti City.
Safety and health
- Exercise increased caution because of terrorism and regional instability. Reconsider travel near the Eritrean border, where tensions remain elevated, and follow local security instructions. (
state.gov)
- Avoid demonstrations, police operations, military facilities, and sensitive government or port areas. Maintain heightened awareness in Djibouti City following a major police operation and arrests reported on 26 August. (
geobit.ai)
- Protect yourself from mosquito, sand-fly, and tick bites. Dengue, leishmaniasis, and African tick-bite fever are reported travel risks; use repellent, long clothing, and screened or air-conditioned accommodation. (
cdc.gov)
- Avoid swimming, wading, or bathing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis. Tap water should be boiled or sterilised before drinking; malaria risk exists year-round, so seek travel-clinic advice about prevention for rural or overnight stays. (
wikivoyage.org)
- A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers aged over one arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission risk, including qualifying airport transits. It is not required for direct travel from the United States. (
Recent News
- 26 August 2026: Djibouti City police reportedly arrested more than 200 people during a security operation, with continued patrols and heightened police presence in several neighbourhoods. Travellers should expect possible identity checks and avoid affected areas. (
- 9 August 2026: A U.S. military aircraft, reported to be an MQ-9 drone, crashed near Chabelley Airbase. The U.S. Embassy advised people to avoid the area; the incident was reported to have caused no ground casualties or property damage. (
thedefensenews.com |
albawaba.com)
- 8 August 2026: Two Djiboutian soldiers were reportedly wounded in an exchange of fire with a suspected smuggling vessel in Djibouti’s territorial waters. Avoid approaching maritime security operations and follow any coastal restrictions. (
dawan.africa)
