Asmara in March
Great time to visit
Still excellent for visiting, though you'll start to feel the heat building. The dry season is winding down but conditions remain ideal for sightseeing and café-hopping.
Weather
March marks the end of the peak dry season with temperatures starting to climb. Daytime highs reach 27°C while nights remain pleasantly cool at 10°C. Still bone dry with brilliant sunshine, though the first hints of humidity appear.
27°C high10°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$42/day average
Events & Festivals
- •International Women's Day celebrations
- •Orthodox Lent observances
March Tips
- •Last month of guaranteed perfect weather
- •Great time to visit the Italian cemetery and colonial sites before it gets too hot
- •Start days early - afternoons can feel quite warm
All Months
September through March offers the best weather, with daytime temperatures around 75°F and cool nights. The short rainy season from June to August brings afternoon showers but also green landscapes. December and January can get surprisingly chilly at night — pack layers. Avoid visiting during Eritrean holidays like Independence Day in May, when hotels book solid and flights become scarce. The dry season from October to February provides clear skies perfect for photographing the Art Deco buildings. But tourist visas remain difficult to obtain year-round, often requiring months of advance planning through Eritrean embassies.
Asmara Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
7/10
Families
5/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
5/10
Luxury
4/10
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