Climate of Southern Nations, Ethiopia
Area-weighted average across Southern Nations. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Southern Nations, a subdivision of Ethiopia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.7°C / 67.5°F in July to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in March, with rainfall from 36 mm / 1.4 in to 162 mm / 6.4 in depending on the season (1273 mm / 50.1 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 21.5°C70.7°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 22°C71.6°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.3°C72.1°F | 94 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 21.4°C70.5°F | 151 mm5.9″ | — |
| May | 20.9°C69.6°F | 162 mm6.4″ | — |
| June | 20.3°C68.5°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| July | 19.7°C67.5°F | 149 mm5.9″ | — |
| August | 19.7°C67.5°F | 145 mm5.7″ | — |
| September | 20.3°C68.5°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| October | 20.5°C68.9°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| November | 20.6°C69.1°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 20.8°C69.4°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Southern Nations?
The best months to visit Southern Nations, Ethiopia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 22.3°C / 72.1°F, and the driest is January with about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Southern Nations?
Southern Nations, Ethiopia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.7°C / 67.5°F in July to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1273 mm / 50.1 in, with the wettest month being May (162 mm / 6.4 in) and the driest January (36 mm / 1.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Southern Nations?
The hottest month in Southern Nations is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.3°C / 72.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Southern Nations?
The coldest month in Southern Nations is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.7°C / 67.5°F.
When does it rain most in Southern Nations?
The wettest month in Southern Nations is May, averaging about 162 mm / 6.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 36 mm / 1.4 in.