Devil's Ashpit
Crater Volcanic geothermal depression on Ascension Island
How to Get to Devil's Ashpit #
Ascension Island is reachable by occasional flights (historically via RAF or scheduled island flights) or by ship. Travel requires coordination with the island authorities and often a permit; once on the island, local transport or guided access is necessary to reach remote volcanic features.
Tips for Visiting Devil's Ashpit #
- Ascension Island is extremely remote-plan travel logistics well in advance and arrange permissions through the island's authorities.
- Pack high-SPF sun protection and sturdy footwear; the ashpit's terrain can be soft, hot, and unstable in places.
- Respect closed-off areas-volcanic sites on Ascension are geologically active and managed for safety.
Best Time to Visit Devil's Ashpit #
Visits to remote volcanic features on Ascension Island are constrained by transport (flights/ships) and local access restrictions; travel windows are determined more by logistics than by weather.
Weather & Climate near Devil's Ashpit #
Devil's Ashpit's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 24°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with 44 mm of rain.
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May
May is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 9 mm, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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