Somalia commonly faces climate-related hazards such as droughts, floods, heatwaves, and occasional cyclones, and climate
Somalia commonly faces climate-related hazards such as droughts, floods, heatwaves, and occasional cyclones, and climate change has increased both the frequency and severity of these events by causing erratic rainfall and rising temperatures. The greatest impacts are seen in riverine areas along the Shabelle and Juba rivers, drought-prone pastoral regions, and vulnerable coastal zones, while pastoralists, agro-pastoralists, internally displaced persons, women, and children are most affected due to their dependence on climate-sensitive livelihoods and limited access to services. To cope, communities rely on traditional strategies such as livestock mobility, water harvesting, crop diversification, and strong social support networks, alongside local flood protection measures. Support is also provided by the government, local NGOs, and international partners through early warning systems, humanitarian assistance, and climate adaptation and resilience-building programs.