Ethiopia Weather Forecast
Ethiopia weather: 64°F, light showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 66° | 50° | 11,5 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).
Best time to visit Ethiopia
Go in January, February, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 53°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 64°F (18°C) with light showers. Humidity is 82% and wind is 1 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 10:10 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 5, 2026 at 10:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
