Climate of Gambela, Ethiopia
Area-weighted average across Gambela. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gambela, a subdivision of Ethiopia, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.8°C / 76.6°F in September to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in to 187 mm / 7.4 in depending on the season (1080 mm / 42.5 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 28.5°C83.3°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.9°C82.2°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| May | 25.8°C78.4°F | 144 mm5.7″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.6°C78.1°F | 133 mm5.2″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.9°C76.8°F | 187 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.9°C76.8°F | 171 mm6.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.8°C76.6°F | 147 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.7°C78.3°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.9°C78.6°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| December | 25.5°C77.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gambela?
The best months to visit Gambela, Ethiopia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 28.5°C / 83.3°F, and the driest is January with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Gambela?
Gambela, Ethiopia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.8°C / 76.6°F in September to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1080 mm / 42.5 in, with the wettest month being July (187 mm / 7.4 in) and the driest January (9 mm / 0.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gambela?
The hottest month in Gambela is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 28.5°C / 83.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Gambela?
The coldest month in Gambela is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
When does it rain most in Gambela?
The wettest month in Gambela is July, averaging about 187 mm / 7.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 9 mm / 0.4 in.