Best Time to Visit Awasa, Southern Nations, Ethiopia
Awasa is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Awasa for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and October–March; the wetter half falls in April–May and July–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 18.7°C / 65.7°F in July to 21.1°C / 70°F in February, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (December) to 128 mm / 5 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Awasa, Southern Nations, Ethiopia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Awasa's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.8°C67.6°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.1°C70°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.1°C66.4°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.8°C65.8°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Awasa?
The best time to visit Awasa for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 21.1°C / 70°F, and the driest is December with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Awasa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Awasa?
The rainy season at Awasa, Southern Nations runs through April–May and July–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 96 mm / 3.8 in. The wettest single month is August (128 mm / 5 in).
What is the driest month in Awasa?
The driest month in Awasa is December, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Awasa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Awasa — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 128 mm / 5 in in August, and the coldest month averages 18.7°C / 65.7°F.
Is Awasa climate different from Ethiopia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Awasa figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Ethiopia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Awasa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.