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Socotra sits right in the Arabian sea, about 385 kilometers, or 240 miles, off the coast of mainland Yemen, and not too far east of Somalia. It is one of the four islands that forms the Socotra Archipelago, and is approximately 132 km long, and 49 km wide. When is the best time to visit? Socotra has a crazy monsoon season from June to September, which is characterized by strong winds, and high seas, making travel to and around the island pretty difficult. Therefore, the best time to visit is between October and May, when the weather is more calm. You will find that many travelers aim for March to April when the island is in full bloom. 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