AI-generatedBosaso at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jul · 39°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 31.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,870 h
- Rain a year
- 51 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Bosaso
Bosaso has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 39 °C, while January is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year, Bosaso is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bosaso
The best time to visit Bosaso is from October to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to January. From April to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 39 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 51 mm fall in an average year.
Bosaso through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bosaso in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 32–36 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Bosaso in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 38–39 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Bosaso in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 30–37 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Bosaso in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Jan
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: October – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:3217:26
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:19–06:00 · evening 16:57–17:39
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:11–05:19 · evening 17:39–17:47
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bosaso compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 35° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The sea cools from 30° to 28°. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 35° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 23° |
| Sea | 30° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.8 h |
What is the weather like in Bosaso in October?
In October, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 54 min05:32 – 17:26
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 28 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 25 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %79 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Bosaso
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February has the better holiday weather in Bosaso: score 100 against 88. In February, days are 4 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in February. February has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 21° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 25.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 9.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 7 mm | 1 mm |
| Muggy days | 28 | 17better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bosaso month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
99January28° · Sea 26° · 8.8 h
In January, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in January100February29° · Sea 26° · 9.0 h
In February, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in February97March32° · Sea 27° · 9.3 h
In March, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in March84April34° · Sea 28° · 9.0 h
In April, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in April70May36° · Sea 30° · 7.4 h
In May, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 8 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in May55June38° · Sea 31° · 6.1 h
In June, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 31.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in June57July39° · Sea 30° · 6.7 h
In July, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 39 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 30.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in July58August38° · Sea 30° · 6.8 h
In August, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in August62September37° · Sea 31° · 7.0 h
In September, Bosaso is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 31.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in September88October33° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In October, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in October97November30° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In November, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in November98December28° · Sea 26° · 8.3 h
In December, Bosaso is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Bosaso.
Bosaso in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bosaso
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 28 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (20°), the warmest in August (30°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 262 days a year, mostly all year round except in July.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 99 | 28° | 20° | 25.5° | 8.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| FebruaryFeb | 100 | 29° | 21° | 25.6° | 9.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| MarchMar | 97 | 32° | 23° | 26.6° | 9.3 h | 1 | 2 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 34° | 25° | 28.2° | 9.0 h | 2 | 6 |
| MayMay | 70 | 36° | 27° | 30.1° | 7.4 h | 2 | 8 |
| JuneJun | 55 | 38° | 30° | 31.0° | 6.1 h | 0 | 2 |
| JulyJul | 57 | 39° | 30° | 30.3° | 6.7 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 58 | 38° | 30° | 30.1° | 6.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 62 | 37° | 28° | 31.0° | 7.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 88 | 33° | 24° | 29.1° | 7.7 h | 2 | 7 |
| NovemberNov | 97 | 30° | 22° | 27.2° | 8.2 h | 2 | 13 |
| DecemberDec | 98 | 28° | 21° | 26.0° | 8.3 h | 1 | 10 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Bosaso
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.0 – 30.1 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bosaso ranges from 25.5 °C in January to 31.0 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 30.5 and 31.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.5° | 24.9° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.6° | 25.0° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 26.6° | 26.0° | 27.1° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.2° | 27.6° | 28.6° | warm |
| MayMay | 30.1° | 29.6° | 30.6° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 31.0° | 30.5° | 31.7° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.3° | 29.6° | 30.9° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.1° | 29.4° | 31.1° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 31.0° | 30.4° | 31.7° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.0° | 30.1° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.2° | 26.3° | 28.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.0° | 25.3° | 26.6° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Bosaso
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.7 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Bosaso, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bosaso: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bosaso has about 2 rainy days with 7 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Bosaso
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Bosaso
How breezy and how cloudy Bosaso is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bosaso typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jun – Sep, Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 25 % of the sky over Bosaso: mostly sunny, with about 7.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Bosaso
How often the day gets hot in Bosaso (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Bosaso has about 29 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Weather for your travel dates
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Bosaso in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bosaso has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 58).
- 88
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 36 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 58
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 39 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 88
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 99
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 5 min
- Distance
- 6,310 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Bosaso vs Mukalla
In October the holiday weather in Bosaso and Mukalla is about equally good (score 88 vs 92). During the day Mukalla is 1 °C cooler than Bosaso. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Bosaso | Mukalla |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 88 | 92 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | Oct – Mar | Dec – Feb |
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Frequently asked questions about Bosaso
When is the best time to visit Bosaso?
The best time to visit Bosaso is from October to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Bosaso?
The sea temperature in Bosaso ranges from 25.5 °C in January to 31.0 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Bosaso in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Bosaso?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 39 °C and nights around 30 °C. January is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Bosaso?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 51 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Bosaso get?
Bosaso gets around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 9.3 hours a day; in June there are 6.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Bosaso in?
Bosaso is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Bosaso?
A nonstop flight from London to Bosaso takes about 8 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,310 km.
Which school holidays are best for Bosaso?
Bosaso has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 99) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 58). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 88, May half-term 67, summer holidays 58, October half-term 88, Christmas holidays 99.