Geography of Ethiopia
Geography of Ethiopia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ethiopia
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Coordinates: 9°1′55.2″N 38°44′48.8″E (9.032, 38.7469)
Quick facts about Ethiopia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 9°1′55.2″N 38°44′48.8″E (9.032, 38.7469) |
| Capital | Addis Ababa |
| Population | 126.000.000 |
| Area | 426.372 sq mi |
| ISO code | ET |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ETH |
| Currency | Ethiopian birr (ETB) |
| Languages | Amharic, Oromo |
| Calling code | +251 |
| Time zone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Local time | 7:26 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Ethiopia is a country in Africa. Ethiopia is a country in Africa with its capital at Addis Ababa. It has a population of about 126 million. The capital is Addis Ababa.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Ethiopia with partly cloudy. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 50°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Ethiopia is January, February, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while November is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ethiopia today at 9.5/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ethiopia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 47° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 74° | 51° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 72° | 52° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 75° | 52° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 74° | 51° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 51° | 9,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 66° | 50° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 67° | 48° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 69° | 48° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 46° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 71° | 46° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ethiopia?
Ethiopia is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 9.032, 38.7469. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Ethiopia right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 96% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ethiopia?
January, February, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Ethiopia, which has a temperate climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ethiopia in?
Ethiopia observes Africa/Addis_Ababa (UTC+03:00). The local time is 7:26 PM.
How many people live in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia has a population of approximately 126 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 7:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
