Question 1

Is Assab safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Assab, Eritrea “some risk”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Assab in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Assab averages about 31°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Assab?

Accepted Answer

Assab is warmest in Jul and driest in Jun; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	27	28	31	32	34	35	35	33	32	29	27
Sea °C	26	25	26	28	29	31	31	31	32	29	27	26
Rain (days)	4	6	3	4	2	0	6	6	5	2	6	4

Assab, Eritrea

Climate by month