Best Time to Visit Gondar, Amhara, Ethiopia
Gondar is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Gondar for sunny, dry weather is November–April — 6 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 16.4°C / 61.5°F in August to 19.6°C / 67.3°F in April, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (February) to 307 mm / 12.1 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gondar, Amhara, Ethiopia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Gondar'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 | 17.1°C62.8°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.1°C64.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 19°C66.2°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.6°C67.3°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.6°C61.9°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.8°C62.2°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gondar?
The best time to visit Gondar for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 19.6°C / 67.3°F, and the driest is February with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Gondar's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Gondar?
The rainy season at Gondar, Amhara runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 59 mm / 2.3 in. The wettest single month is July (307 mm / 12.1 in).
What is the driest month in Gondar?
The driest month in Gondar is February, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Gondar?
The least comfortable months for travel to Gondar — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 307 mm / 12.1 in in July, and the coldest month averages 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
Is Gondar climate different from Ethiopia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Gondar 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 Gondar specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.