Socotra in February: weather, rain (5%) and should you go? [2026]

Month summary

Socotra weather in February

✅ Excellent

🌡️ Temperature min / max

16°C – 27°C

🌧 Rainy days

5% of days

☀️ Sunshine

11.1h per day on average

🌊 🌊 Season

Winter

⭐ ⭐ Weather score

9.2/10

📅 📅 Best month

February (9.2/10)

Quick decision

Should you visit Socotra in February?

✅ Excellent

✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (27°C, little rain).

❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.

🌧 Rain : ░░░░░░░░░░ 5%

🌡 Temperature : ███████░░░ 27°C

☀️ Sunshine : ████████░░ 11.1h/d

Our take: February is genuinely one of Socotra's finest months—mild temperatures, brilliant sunshine, and virtually no rain make it ideal for anyone who wants to explore without battling heat or storms. The warm sea invites swimming and snorkeling, while cooler air means daytime hiking feels refreshing rather than grueling. Perfect for adventure travelers who value comfort and clarity.

By trip type

Socotra in February by trip type

🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season

Local context

What to expect in February

🎯 Peak season — book ahead for best rates. Accommodation prices at their highest Even in winter, Socotra enjoys 27°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Socotra.

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Annual table

Month-by-month comparison

Month	Min °C	Max °C	Rain %	Precip mm	Sun h/d	Score
☀️ January	15°C	25°C	5%	0.2	11.0h	8.8/10
☀️ February	16°C	27°C	5%	0.1	11.1h	9.2/10
☀️ March	17°C	30°C	7%	0.4	11.3h	8.7/10
☀️ April	20°C	31°C	11%	0.4	11.9h	8.5/10
🌤️ May	22°C	30°C	40%	3.9	11.3h	7.7/10
☀️ June	22°C	27°C	14%	0.6	11.0h	8.9/10
☀️ July	21°C	26°C	16%	0.5	10.5h	8.6/10
☀️ August	21°C	26°C	20%	0.6	10.3h	8.5/10
🌤️ September	21°C	26°C	31%	1.0	9.8h	8.1/10
🌤️ October	20°C	28°C	39%	2.1	10.5h	8.1/10
🌤️ November	18°C	27°C	26%	1.2	10.9h	8.5/10
☀️ December	17°C	25°C	15%	0.8	10.9h	8.5/10

Ideal Fair Challenging climate ◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years

📊 Data source Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In February, Socotra averages 27°C, 5% rainy days and 11.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.2/10. See methodology →

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