Bahir Dar Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Bahir Dar’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Ethiopia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With minimal seasonal shifts, Bahir Dar experiences a constant climate year-round. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 22°C during cooler months like December. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 14°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Bahir Dar by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
April, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 29 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. For more information, please visit our Bahir Dar Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Ethiopia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Ethiopia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bahir Dar Temperatures Compared World Wide
Bahir Dar’s average annual maximum temperature is 26°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Bahir Dar. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Bahir Dar’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Bahir Dar climate page.
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