Climate of Harari, Ethiopia
Area-weighted average across Harari. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Harari, a subdivision of Ethiopia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 21.6°C / 70.9°F in May, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in to 117 mm / 4.6 in depending on the season (694 mm / 27.3 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 | 18.8°C65.8°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.7°C67.5°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.6°C69.1°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| April | 21.3°C70.3°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 21.1°C70°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 20°C68°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| August | 19.5°C67.1°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| September | 20°C68°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 20.1°C68.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.2°C66.6°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.9°C66°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Harari?
The best months to visit Harari, Ethiopia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, October, November, December. The warmest month is May at an area-wide average of 21.6°C / 70.9°F, and the driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Harari?
Harari, Ethiopia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 21.6°C / 70.9°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 694 mm / 27.3 in, with the wettest month being August (117 mm / 4.6 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 Harari?
The hottest month in Harari is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Harari?
The coldest month in Harari is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
When does it rain most in Harari?
The wettest month in Harari is August, averaging about 117 mm / 4.6 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 6 mm / 0.2 in.