Question 1

Is Massawa safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Massawa in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Massawa averages about 32°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Massawa?

Accepted Answer

Massawa is warmest in May and driest in Jun; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	20	21	22	23	25	25	24	24	24	22	21	20
Sea °C	27	26	27	28	30	31	32	32	32	32	30	28
Rain (days)	43	36	18	12	10	2	15	19	7	28	32	47

Massawa, Eritrea

Climate by month