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Ethiopia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ethiopia in August.

Thinking about venturing to Ethiopia this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Ethiopia in August

Ethiopia has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Goba at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Adama at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Adama and 9°C (48°F) in Goba. Although August is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Ethiopia where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

To explore the conditions in Ethiopia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Āwasa with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Gonder with 607 mm (24 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Addis Ababa as an example - it receives around 130 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Ethiopia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ethiopia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Addis Ababa)

Best Places to Visit in Ethiopia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ethiopia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ethiopia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia?

Temperature range in Ethiopia (August)

Precipitation variation in Ethiopia (August)

Addis Ababa

In August Addis Ababa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
130 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
369 mm (15 in)
398 mm (16 in)
277 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Bahir Dar

In August Bahir Dar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
482 mm (19 in)
488 mm (19 in)
253 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Lalībela

In August Lalībela generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
512 mm (20 in)
525 mm (21 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Gonder

In August Gonder generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
526 mm (21 in)
607 mm (24 in)
403 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Debre Zeyit

In August Debre Zeyit generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
130 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ethiopia.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ethiopia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Addis Ababa 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 398 mm (16 in)
Bahir Dar 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 488 mm (19 in)
Lalībela 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 525 mm (21 in)
Gonder 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 607 mm (24 in)
Debre Zeyit 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Adama 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

Ethiopia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ethiopia in August?

August in Ethiopia brings poor weather. In Addis Ababa, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Ethiopia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Addis Ababa peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in August, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Ethiopia get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Addis Ababa records an average of 398 mm (16 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Ethiopia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Ethiopia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Addis Ababa, August may not be the ideal time to visit Ethiopia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Addis Ababa. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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