Best Time to Visit Debre Marqos, Amhara, Ethiopia
Debre Marqos is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Debre Marqos for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15°C / 59°F in July to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in March, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (December) to 308 mm / 12.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Debre Marqos, Amhara, Ethiopia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Debre Marqos'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 | 18°C64.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19°C66.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 19.5°C67.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 17.1°C62.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.2°C63°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Debre Marqos?
The best time to visit Debre Marqos for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 19.5°C / 67.1°F, and the driest is December with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Debre Marqos's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Debre Marqos?
The rainy season at Debre Marqos, Amhara runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 87 mm / 3.4 in. The wettest single month is August (308 mm / 12.1 in).
What is the driest month in Debre Marqos?
The driest month in Debre Marqos is December, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.2°C / 63°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Debre Marqos?
The least comfortable months for travel to Debre Marqos — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 308 mm / 12.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 15°C / 59°F.
Is Debre Marqos climate different from Ethiopia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Debre Marqos 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 Debre Marqos specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.