Climate of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Area-weighted average across Addis Ababa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Addis Ababa, a subdivision of Ethiopia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 15°C / 59°F in December to 17.8°C / 64°F in March, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in to 245 mm / 9.6 in depending on the season (1029 mm / 40.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.8°C60.4°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.9°C62.4°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17.8°C64°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| April | 17.8°C64°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| May | 17.8°C64°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| June | 16.8°C62.2°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| July | 15.5°C59.9°F | 231 mm9.1″ | — |
| August | 15.5°C59.9°F | 245 mm9.6″ | — |
| September | 15.9°C60.6°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| October | 15.8°C60.4°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.3°C59.5°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15°C59°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
The best months to visit Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, October, November, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 17.8°C / 64°F, and the driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 15°C / 59°F in December to 17.8°C / 64°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1029 mm / 40.5 in, with the wettest month being August (245 mm / 9.6 in) and the driest December (6 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Addis Ababa?
The hottest month in Addis Ababa is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.8°C / 64°F.
What is the coldest month in Addis Ababa?
The coldest month in Addis Ababa is December, with an area-wide average temperature of 15°C / 59°F.
When does it rain most in Addis Ababa?
The wettest month in Addis Ababa is August, averaging about 245 mm / 9.6 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in.