The climate of Aligider
Positioned within
Eritrea's geographical vicinity,
Aligider is home to a BWh or Subtropical desert climate according to the Köppen climate classification. Experiencing intense heat throughout the year, the town pronounces extreme weather conditions with minimal rainfall.
Delving into the climatological details, the highest temperature peaks at 40.3°C (104.5°F) in
May while the lowest drops to 20.3°C (68.5°F) in
January. An stark variation in temperature can be noticed from month to month which is characteristic of desert climates. In the daylight hours, ranging from 11.2 hours to 13 hours, the town is exposed to an abundance of sunlight resulting in a high UV index, reaching its highest at 9 in May.
Rainfall, although limited, is most prevalent from
June to
August, taking a leap to 59mm (2.32") in August from a mere 1mm (0.04") in May. The lack of precipitation is in stark contrast with the high pressure system predominating Aligider, with an average atmospheric pressure around 1008 millibar. The wind speed also picks up the pace from May, with a gusting speed of 25.4km/h (15.8mph) in
July.
The best time to visit Aligider
Given the prevailing high temperatures, there isn't an "ideal" time to visit
Aligider. Nonetheless, the months from
November to
February may be deemed the most tolerable. During these months, the temperature falls within a more bearable range of 20.3°C (68.5°F) to 35.7°C (96.3°F) compared to the searing summer months. The humidity is also relatively low, with an average ranging from 31% to 40%.
The worst time to visit Aligider
For anyone unaccustomed to extreme heat, the period from
May to
September can provide an uncomfortable experience in
Aligider. May shows the mercury soaring as high as 40.3°C (104.5°F) and temperatures do not subside significantly until September. Accompanied by minimal to moderate rainfall, these months make for a challenging period for any potential visitor.
Spring weather in Aligider
Aligider, like other desert regions, does not have a noticeable spring season. However, if the warmer months of
March to
May are considered as a proxy for spring, then it can be said that the temperature during these months elevates from 37.8°C (100°F) to 40.3°C (104.5°F). This period also witnesses an average daylight of around 12 hours, thereby receiving ample sunshine which further intensifies the heat.
Summer weather in Aligider
Summers in
Aligider are intense, marked by extremely high temperatures.
June sets the stage for summer with a high temperature of 39.1°C (102.4°F) which maintains a similar trend till
August. Along with the scorching temperatures, these months mark the peak in rainfall with an average rainfall reaching 59mm (2.32") in August. The summer months also show a rising pattern in relative humidity and wind speed.
Autumn weather in Aligider
Autumn in
Aligider, assumed to be the period from
September to
November, provides a slight respite from the sweltering summer months. Temperatures commence to decrease, averaging around a high of 35.7°C (96.3°F) in November from 36.6°C (97.9°F) in September. Rainfall also shows a decreasing trend, descending to a minimal 1mm (0.04") by November.
Winter weather in Aligider
Winter in
Aligider witnesses the lowest temperatures of the year, although they remain high for typical "winter" standards. The months of
December,
January and
February see temperature highs range from 33.4°C (92.1°F) to 35.8°C (96.4°F) and lows from 20.3°C (68.5°F) to 21.9°C (71.4°F). This period, with reduced daylight hours of around 11 hours, also experiences the lowest wind speeds and minimal rainfall.
Weather in January
January sees a significant drop in temperature in
Aligider,
Eritrea, with an average high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F). Relative humidity stands at 40%, indicating a generally dry climate. While January's climate paves the way for
February, which brings a slight warming trend, the first month of the year offers a perfect balance between mild temperatures and dry weather.
Weather in January » Weather in February
February brings a slight increase in temperatures, with a high of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F), carrying forward the warming trend from
January. The dryness of
Aligider's climate in February is underlined by the 33% relative humidity.
Weather in February » Weather in March
In continuation of the warming trend,
March in
Aligider,
Eritrea, registers a high of 37.8°C (100°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F). The humidity level decreases to an average of 26% in March, indicating the persistent dry weather pattern of the region.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April's mean temperature rises further to a high of 40.1°C (104.2°F) and a low of 26.6°C (79.9°F), while the average humidity falls to an annual low of 21%. The changes in weather in
Aligider, preparing the region for the highs of
May, mark it as the start of the ultra-hot season.
Weather in April » Weather in May
The upward temperature trend continues in
May, achieving a high average of 40.3°C (104.5°F) and a low of 29.7°C (85.5°F). May's weather contrasts with the lower temperatures of
April, as well as
June when temperatures begin to subside.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June registers a minute drop in temperature with a high of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and a low of 29.3°C (84.7°F). Despite the slight reduction, the weather remains hot, marking June as the tail-end of the sweltering summer season. June distinguishes itself with a higher wind speed, averaging around 16.3km/h (10.1mph).
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July's weather witnesses a drop in average temperatures to a high of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and a low of 26.8°C (80.2°F), marking a significant transition from
June's intense heat. The month denotes a change in wind speed, averaging at 20.3km/h (12.6mph), the highest in the year.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August further cools down to a maximum temperature of 33.9°C (93°F) and a minimum of 25.5°C (77.9°F). However, it signifies a climb in the humidity level, reaching the peak of 57% for the year, indicating a shift in the weather pattern of
Aligider.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September brings another warm spell with a high of 36.6°C (97.9°F) and a low of 27°C (80.6°F), indicating a minor surge in
Aligider's average temperatures. The weather in September resembles the previous months, albeit with a slight return of the summer's heat.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October in
Aligider observes another drop in temperature with a high of 37.5°C (99.5°F) and a low of 28.4°C (83.1°F). The weather in October carries forward the dry conditions of
September, with a relative humidity of 29%. With the weather entering a cooler phase, October serves as a transition towards
November, which sees further temperature decline.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November brings a noticeable change in temperature with highs averaging at 35.7°C (96.3°F) and lows around 24.9°C (76.8°F). The weather paves the way for
December, hinting a further decline in temperatures. However, November retains the clear skies with minimal cloud cover at 4%.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December notes the lowest temperatures of the year with highs of 33.4°C (92.1°F) and lows of 21.7°C (71.1°F).
Aligider's weather in December signals the onset of the mild winter season. This drop mimics the lower temperatures seen earlier in
January.
Weather in December »