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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) | 33° 26° | 34° 26° | 33° 26° | 32° 26° | 32° 25° | 32° 25° | 32° 25° |
| Precipitation | 2% | 7% | 22% | 45% | 57% | 62% | 60% |
| Humidity | 62% | 64% | 68% | 68% | 68% | 69% | 75% |
| Wind | 25 km/h | 37 km/h | 39 km/h | 44 km/h | 46 km/h | 44 km/h | 30 km/h |
Best time to visit Socotra
February to April are the best months to visit Hadiboh, with hot, generally dry conditions and practical opportunities for outdoor sightseeing. January and May are reasonable alternatives, while June to September bring southwest monsoon wind and rain; October and November also have peak tropical cyclone risk.
JanuaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours9Dry Days2
January is hot and generally dry, around 27-34°C, with northerly winds shaping the island’s winter climate. Conditions can suit exploring Socotra’s landscapes.
FebruaryTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours9Dry Days1
February is hot and generally dry, around 27-34°C, under the island’s winter northerly winds. It is a suitable month for exploring Socotra’s natural scenery.
MarchTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours9Dry Days1
March is hot and generally dry, around 27-34°C. Northerly winds influence the island’s winter climate, while outdoor trips remain practical across Socotra.
AprilTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours10Dry Days2
April is hot and generally dry, around 27-34°C. The island’s northerly wind pattern supports outdoor sightseeing before the summer monsoon season.
MayTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours10Dry Days1
May is hot, around 27-34°C, as southwest monsoon conditions begin to influence Socotra. Rain and wind can affect plans, although outdoor exploration remains possible.
JuneTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours7Dry Days1
June is hot, around 27-34°C, during the southwest monsoon period. Rain and strong winds can disrupt outdoor plans across Socotra.
JulyTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours4Dry Days1
July is hot, around 27-34°C, with southwest monsoon winds and the island’s main rainfall. Wind and rain can make travel around Socotra difficult.
AugustTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours4Dry Days1
August is hot, around 27-34°C, during the southwest monsoon and principal rainfall season. Strong winds and wet conditions can interfere with outdoor activities.
SeptemberTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours7Dry Days1
September is hot, around 27-34°C, with southwest monsoon winds and seasonal rainfall affecting Socotra. Outdoor itineraries can be difficult when conditions are unsettled.
OctoberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours10Dry Days2
October is hot, around 27-34°C, with documented tropical cyclone risk. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip, making this a peak storm month.
NovemberTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)36Sun Hours10Dry Days5
November is hot, around 27-34°C, with peak tropical cyclone risk. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip, so weather disruption is a major concern.
DecemberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)15Sun Hours9Dry Days4
December is hot and generally dry, around 27-34°C, with northerly winds influencing the island’s winter climate. Conditions can support exploring Socotra’s landscapes.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org, againstthecompass.com
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Brief
- Socotra is a highly remote nature destination, known for Dragon Blood trees, endemic reptiles and snails, limestone landscapes, beaches, caves and lagoons. Treat the ecosystem as fragile and avoid collecting plants, shells or wildlife.
- Local food is centered on fresh fish and seafood; Hadiboh’s fish market and bazaar are among the town’s main visitor experiences.
- Travel infrastructure is basic: trips generally require an organized guide, four-wheel-drive transport and camping or simple accommodation. Internet access is very limited outside Hadiboh.
- Air access is restricted and can change at short notice. A current travel guide reports that Abu Dhabi flights stopped in January 2026, with access instead described via Jeddah, Mukalla or Cairo (
againstthecompass.com).
- Socotra’s main airport is beside Hadiboh, but many of the island’s principal attractions are several hours away, making an organized multi-day itinerary more practical than day trips from town.
Safety and health
- Do not travel: Australia advises against all travel to Yemen, including Socotra, because of armed conflict, kidnapping, terrorism and an unpredictable security situation. Conditions can deteriorate quickly and assistance or evacuation may be difficult (
gov.au).
- Malaria risk has increased across Yemen, including areas previously considered low-risk. Obtain destination-specific medical advice about preventive medication and use mosquito protection day and night (
cdc.gov |
wikivoyage.org).
- Paratyphoid fever is being reported in travelers returning from Yemen. Drink treated or bottled water, eat food that is thoroughly cooked and served hot, and avoid raw or unrefrigerated foods (
- Mosquitoes and sand flies can transmit dengue, Zika and leishmaniasis. Use repellent, wear long clothing and use screened or netted sleeping areas. Avoid contact with livestock blood or tissues because Rift Valley fever is also listed as a risk (
- Medical facilities on Socotra are small and basic, medicines may be scarce and medical evacuation is difficult to arrange. Travel insurance should explicitly cover emergency evacuation, although insurance may not cover travel against government advice (
Recent News
- 5 September 2026: Australia continued to advise against all travel to Yemen, including Socotra, citing ongoing conflict, terrorism, kidnapping and the possibility of further regional military escalation (
- 26 August 2026: The CDC issued a Level 1 notice after reporting paratyphoid fever in travelers returning from Yemen, reinforcing the need for careful food and water hygiene (
- 11 June 2026: The CDC issued a Level 2 malaria notice for Yemen after increased cases were reported, including in areas previously viewed as lower risk (
