Lalībela Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Lalībela, Ethiopia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Lalībela has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1565 mm (62 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Lalībela, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 525 mm (21 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 7.9 mm (0.3 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Lalībela Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Ethiopia: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ethiopia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Lalībela vs World: Rainfall Compared

Lalībela's average annual precipitation is 1565 mm (62 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

For more detailed information about Lalībela's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Lalībela Climate page.