Addis Ababa weather in August (Ethiopia)
Thinking of visiting Addis Ababa in August? Check the weather first! Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.
Temperatures
August in Addis Ababa generally includes pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 21°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 12°C. This month is known for its mildest temperatures of the year, yet it still offers a pleasantly warm days.
Precipitation
Addis Ababa in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 398 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 13 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 130 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Addis Ababa. January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Addis Ababa climate page with graphs.
Addis Ababa, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
398 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
80%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
130 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Ethiopia in August
Find out more about the weather in Ethiopia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Addis Ababa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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