Climate and monthly weather forecast
Galkayo, Somalia

Bearing the Köppen climate classification of BSh, Galkayo city in Somalia experiences a Subtropical steppe climate pattern characterized by high-temperature averages throughout the year and low levels of annual rainfall. Significant variations in different weather parameters are scattered across the year and have been summarized using monthly averages.

The wide climate range from a maximum temperature of 41°C (105.8°F) in July and August to a minimum temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) in December is noteworthy. Temperatures stay consistently high throughout the year, exceeding 30°C (86°F) for over half of the months. Notably, night time lows seldom drop below 24°C (75.2°F), ensuring an overall warm climate.

Rainfall distribution is far from even, with a noticeable peak during July with 33mm (1.3"). The other months are parched in comparison, with rainfall averaging closer to 10mm (0.39"). It also shows interestingly low rainfall in February with 0mm (0") and March with just 1mm (0.04"), suggesting a notable dry spell early in the year.

The daylight hours barely shift across the year, fluctuating in a slim range from 11.7 hours in December to 12.5 hours in June and July. This shows a small variation relating to the geographical position of Galkayo, which lends to a nearly consistent length of day year-round.

Given its steady high-temperature regime, Galkayo is most enjoyable for visitors during the cooler months when temperatures are relatively moderate. This period from December to March sees lows dropping to between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F) and daytime highs floating around 30°C (86°F) and 31°C (87.8°F). The lower temperatures during these months are complemented by low rainfall, making it conducive for outdoor activities and exploration.

Visiting Galkayo during the painfully hot months of June, July, and August can be a challenging experience. These months record the peak temperatures, reaching a scorching 41°C (105.8°F) coupled with relatively higher rainfall, particularly in July with 33mm (1.3"). The combined high temperatures and sudden rainfall events can create uncomfortable and unpredictable weather conditions.

Spring months in Galkayo, from March to May, maintain a high-temperature pattern with peaks climbing up to between 30°C (86°F) and 34°C (93.2°F). Night temperatures during this period dip to a low of 24°C (75.2°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). Rainfall levels moderately increase from a nearly non-existent 1mm (0.04") in March to a more noticeable 15mm (0.59") in May, signalling a transition from the Spring's parched conditions to Summer's more sustained rainfall.

The summer months of June through August in Galkayo are marked by sweltering heat as temperatures surge to their highest point of 39°C (102.2°F) to 41°C (105.8°F). Even the nighttime temperatures do not offer much respite, with lows staying within a balmy range of 30°C (86°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). The Summer season also ushers in the wettest month of the year, July, with a rainfall volume of 33mm (1.3"), evidencing occasional but significant summer showers.

Autumn, stretching from September to November, sees temperatures in Galkayo gradually easing from their summer peak, averaging from 38°C (100.4°F) in September to 31°C (87.8°F) by November. Night temperatures range from 29°C (84.2°F) to 25°C (77°F) during this period. Rainfall during these months is relatively lower than in Summer, varying from 15mm (0.59") in September to 5mm (0.2") by November, signalling the onset of the dry period.

Winter in Galkayo, spanning December and January, presents the most temperate time in terms of weather conditions. Daytime highs stabilize at 30°C (86°F), while nighttime lows reach a cool 23°C (73.4°F) to 24°C (75.2°F). This season also registers low rainfall, with December bringing an average of 5mm (0.2"), thereby creating a perfect balance of sunshine and cooler climates ideal for outdoor engagements.

Launching the calendar year, January in Galkayo, Somalia has the lowest average rainfall at 15mm (0.59"). Despite this, the weather remains generally humid due to the nearby coastal influence. Hot conditions persist, but cooler in comparison to the subsequent months. Weather in January »

February is the month with an absence of notable rainfall, clearly distinct from its predecessor. Correspondingly, the land begins to dry, as Somalia’s weather enters its arid phase. Galkayo then offers perfectly clear skies and ample sunshine almost daily. Weather in February »

In Galkayo, the transition from February to March records the barest increment of rainfall: only 1mm (0.04"). When juxtaposed with February, the overall atmospheric conditions barely shift. The omnipresent sun dominates the sky throughout the day, fostering higher temperatures than the previous month. Weather in March »

A substantial deviation in the weather appears in April, with a surge in rainfall from 1mm (0.04") to 15mm (0.59"). The onset of the rain seems a relief to the persistent heat in Galkayo. Simultaneously, temparatures continue to rise despite the increase in precipitation, pre-empting the upcoming peak season of heat. Weather in April »

May sustains the upswing in rainfall, albeit at a slower pace, posting 5mm (0.2"), marking the gradual end of the precipitation period. Galkayo's weather patterns start to stabilize, while maintaining the high temperatures introduced in April. Weather in May »

A period of uniformity settles in June as the rainfall remains static at 5mm (0.2"). In Galkayo, it forms the transition to a drier climate, as the rainfall frequency drops. Correspondingly, the sun relentlessly blazes from the clear sky for more hours, an increase from the previous months. Weather in June »

July poses a distinctive weather pattern in Galkayo, Somalia, with temperatures reaching their zenith at 41°C (105.8°F) whilst rainfall surprisingly sees a significant leap to 33mm (1.3"). This steep spike in precipitation signals a new phase in the weather, as the dry season makes way for monsoons. Weather in July »

Much akin to July, August claims an equal peak temperature of 41°C (105.8°F), continuing to keep Galkayo heated up. Meanwhile, the rainfall decreases to 20mm (0.79"). This month transitions from the heavier monsoons into milder ones, slowly steering the climate back to dry conditions. Weather in August »

September experiences a slight fall in temperatures to 38°C (100.4°F) and the weather gears back toward semi-arid conditions with the rainfall decreasing to 15mm (0.59"). Galkayo then begins its journey back to a trademark dry period, as the frequency of showers dwindles. Weather in September »

October lays the foundation for the dry period with a low rainfall figure of 14mm (0.55"). The weather in Galkayo remains fairly hot, yet there’s a perceptible decline in temperature from the highs of summer. The transition brings with it clearer skies and more consistent weather conditions. Weather in October »

In November, the rainfall quantity further tapers to 5mm (0.2"), maintaining similar patterns to October. The temperature, on the other hand, continues its descent, albeit modestly. Galkayo welcomes longer stretches of daylight that saturate the landscape with radiance. Weather in November »

December cautions a further fall in the night temperature to a comfortable 23°C (73.4°F). An otherwise sunny and bright atmosphere prevails amidst sporadic episodes of light showers amounting to 5mm (0.2"). The weather in Galkayo resumes its signature dry phase as the year draws to a close, clear skies becoming a routine spectacle. Weather in December »