YE Socotra · Autumn

Visit Socotra
in September?

Socotra in September: solid, though February remains peak.

Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 12.47°N 53.87°E
79°FMax temperature
31%Rainy days
9.8hSunshine / day

Socotra weather in September

✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
70°F – 79°F
🌧 Rainy days
31% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (9.2/10)

Should you visit Socotra in September?

✅ Good

✅ Yes if: you want good weather with lower prices than peak season.

❌ No if: you need guaranteed perfect weather — some mixed days are possible.

🌧 Rain : ███░░░░░░░ 31%
🌡 Temperature : ██████░░░░ 79°F
☀️ Sunshine : ███████░░░ 9.8h/d

Our take: September's your sweet spot if you love mild warmth without scorching heat—expect pleasant 21–26°C days perfect for exploring Socotra's otherworldly landscapes. You'll catch frequent rain showers that actually refresh the island's unique vegetation, though you'll want a light rain jacket handy. With nearly 10 hours of daily sunshine and a bathwater-warm sea at 25°C, it's ideal for adventurers who don't mind occasional showers and thrive on lush, dramatic scenery.

Socotra in September by trip type

What to expect in September

Autumn in Socotra is often underrated: 26°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.

All months for Socotra

Month-by-month comparison

MonthMin °FMax °FRain %Precip inSun h/dScore
☀️ January59°F77°F5%0.0in11.0h8.8/10
☀️ February61°F81°F5%0.0in11.1h9.2/10
☀️ March63°F86°F7%0.0in11.3h8.7/10
☀️ April68°F88°F11%0.0in11.9h8.5/10
🌤️ May72°F86°F40%0.2in11.3h7.7/10
☀️ June72°F81°F14%0.0in11.0h8.9/10
☀️ July70°F79°F16%0.0in10.5h8.6/10
☀️ August70°F79°F20%0.0in10.3h8.5/10
🌤️ September70°F79°F31%0.0in9.8h8.1/10
🌤️ October68°F82°F39%0.1in10.5h8.1/10
🌤️ November64°F81°F26%0.0in10.9h8.5/10
☀️ December63°F77°F15%0.0in10.9h8.5/10
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 September, Socotra averages 79°F, 31% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.1/10. See methodology →

September vs February (best month)

The best month is February (score 9.2/10). Difference:

FAQ — Socotra in September

Is September a good time to visit Socotra?
September is an excellent time to visit Socotra (score 8.1/10). With 79°F, 9.8h of sunshine and 31% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Socotra in September?
With 79°F and 9.8h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.

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