Addis Ababa weather in December (Ethiopia)
What should you pack for a trip to Addis Ababa in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
The weather in Addis Ababa during December is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 24°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.
Precipitation
Addis Ababa in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 7.6 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 3 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 280 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Addis Ababa. January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase 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 December
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
11%
Precipitation
7.6 mm
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
52%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
280 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Ethiopia in December
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.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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