Best Time to Visit Harar Jugol, Harari, Ethiopia
Harar Jugol is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Harar Jugol for sunny, dry weather is October–February — 5 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 18.4°C / 65.1°F in January to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in May, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in (December) to 124 mm / 4.9 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Harar Jugol, Harari, Ethiopia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Harar Jugol'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 | 18.4°C65.1°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.3°C66.7°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 19.8°C67.6°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.7°C65.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Harar Jugol?
The best time to visit Harar Jugol for sunny, dry weather is January, February, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 21.2°C / 70.2°F, and the driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Harar Jugol's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Harar Jugol?
The rainy season at Harar Jugol, Harari runs through April–May and July–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 66 mm / 2.6 in. The wettest single month is August (124 mm / 4.9 in).
What is the driest month in Harar Jugol?
The driest month in Harar Jugol is December, averaging about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.7°C / 65.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Harar Jugol?
The least comfortable months for travel to Harar Jugol — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 124 mm / 4.9 in in August, and the coldest month averages 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
Is Harar Jugol climate different from Ethiopia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Harar Jugol 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 Harar Jugol specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.