Best Time to Visit Addis Ababa
Best time: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
Mar is warmest (24.4°C high); Aug is rainiest (256 mm).
Addis Ababa weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.8 | 8.4 | 17 | 8.8 |
| Feb | 23.9 | 9.5 | 40 | 9.3 |
| Mar | 24.4 | 10.9 | 65 | 9.3 |
| Apr | 24 | 11.3 | 83 | 9.1 |
| May | 23.9 | 11.2 | 79 | 8.9 |
| Jun | 22.3 | 10.6 | 111 | 7.7 |
| Jul | 20.3 | 10.2 | 240 | 6.6 |
| Aug | 20.3 | 10.1 | 256 | 7 |
| Sep | 21.3 | 10 | 148 | 7.6 |
| Oct | 22.3 | 9.2 | 40 | 9.1 |
| Nov | 22.3 | 8.2 | 11 | 9.5 |
| Dec | 22.2 | 7.5 | 7 | 8.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: NovDecJanFeb
Beaches: NovDecJanFeb
Hiking: DecNovJanFeb
Sightseeing: NovDecJanFeb
Addis Ababa quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 256 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 24.4°C.
Where to stay
See Addis Ababa hotels · Book Addis Ababa tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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