Debre Zeyit Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

With minimal seasonal shifts, Debre Zeyit experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in March to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in the coolest month, December.

Nights vary from 15°C (59°F) in March to around 10°C (50°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Debre Zeyit receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 902 mm (36 in) annually. The climate in Debre Zeyit shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, the wettest month, with an average of 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.8 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Debre Zeyit Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Debre Zeyit serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 3.7 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Debre Zeyit.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 80%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year