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Massawa, Eritrea
Northern Red Sea · Eritrea
Massawa is a small city in Northern Red Sea, Eritrea with a population of 23,100. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Massawa
Massawa or Mitsiwa is a port city in the Northern Red Sea region of Eritrea, located on the Red Sea at the northern end of the Gulf of Zula beside the Dahlak Archipelago. It has been a historically important port for many centuries. Massawa has been ruled or occupied by a succession of polities during its history, including the Dahlak Sultanate, the Ottoman Empire, the Khedivate of Egypt and the Kingdom of Italy.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,100 |
| Population Density | 125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6081°, 39.4746° |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
| Country | 🇪🇷 Eritrea |
| State / Province | Northern Red Sea |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (269 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Massawa
Massawa is a small city in Eritrea (Northern Red Sea) with a population of 23,100. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.
Climate in Massawa
Massawa has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jul (33°C), the coldest is Jan (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.3°F |
| 34% above Eritrea avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6081°N, 39.4746°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1884 | OFFSHORE MASSAWA | Earthquake | - | - | 17 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Alid (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Alid | Stratovolcano | 904 m (2,966 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
Massawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Massawa
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massawa College of Marine Science and Technology | - | - | - | - |
| Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Massawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Massawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Red Sea Region Museum |
Libraries in Massawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Massawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Market |
Hotels in Massawa
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Massawa
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Massawa
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Massawa
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Massawa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Massawa
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Massawa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Massawa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Massawa
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Massawa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asmara International Airport | ASM | Large Airport |
| Massawa International Airport | MSW | Medium Airport |
| Dahlak Central Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dahlak South Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dahlak West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Massawa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب البريد مصوع |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Massawa
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kidane Meheret Catholic Church | |
| Orthodox Church | |
| Sahaba Shrine | |
| Shaafi Mosque | |
| Sheikh Hanafi Mosque | |
| St. Maryam Cathedral | |
| المسجد القديم | |
| المسجد المركزي مصوع | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد المرغني | |
| مسجد حرقيقو | |
| مسجد حمال الانصاري | |
| مسجد مصوع |
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What is the population of Massawa?
Massawa has a population of 23,100 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Massawa?
Massawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.