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Asavyo

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Asavyo essentials

Country: Ethiopia
Driest months: Oct-Dec
Pay in: Birr (Br)
Language: Amharic, Oromo, Somali
Emergency: 91

Asavyo at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Asavyo

Best visited during cooler months (Oct-Feb) for more manageable temperatures.

Cool season (Oct-Feb)
Oct-Feb · 20-30°C
More comfortable for travel in the Afar region; daytime heat is more tolerable.
Hot season (Mar-Sep)
Mar-Sep · 30-45°C
Extreme heat; travel is challenging and less comfortable.

Weather & Climate near Asavyo

Climate

Asavyo's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 88 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
NovemberOctoberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 16° - 26° 21° 22 mm mostly sunny 58% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 16° - 27° 22° 26 mm mostly sunny 55% 2.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.6h
March Ideal 18° - 28° 23° 26 mm mostly sunny 49% 2.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
April Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 29 mm mostly sunny 47% 2.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
May Ideal 21° - 32° 27° 23 mm mostly sunny 41% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.6h
June Ideal 22° - 34° 28° 9 mm some cloud 34% 2.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.8h
July Excellent 23° - 34° 28° 52 mm partly cloudy 43% 3.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.7h
August Excellent 22° - 33° 28° 61 mm partly cloudy 52% 2.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.4h
September Ideal 21° - 32° 27° 26 mm some cloud 49% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
October Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 16 mm mostly sunny 46% 2.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
November Ideal 17° - 28° 22° 21 mm clear 52% 2.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.4h
December Ideal 16° - 27° 21° 20 mm clear 57% 2.9 m/s 1.7 very high 11.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Asavyo

Remote region accessed from regional hubs; coordinate with local authorities in Afar Region and arrange capable 4x4 transport and guides.

Tips for Visiting Asavyo

  • This is a remote Afar-area landmark-travel requires coordination with local authorities and experienced drivers.
  • Bring ample water and sun protection; distances between services can be large.
  • Expect minimal facilities; plan logistics and communications carefully.