Ethiopia

Ethiopia Weather in July

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

Planning a trip to Ethiopia this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ethiopia in July

Ethiopia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In July, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Sanetti Plateau at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Adama at 28°C (82°F). At night it cools down to 17°C (63°F) in Adama and 10°C (50°F) in Sanetti Plateau.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ethiopia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Āwasa with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to heavy rainfall in Gonder with 526 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Addis Ababa typically sees 110 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Ethiopia by month

Best Places to Visit in Ethiopia in July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia?

Temperature range in Ethiopia (July)

Precipitation variation in Ethiopia (July)

Addis Ababa

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
110 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
268 mm (11 in)
369 mm (15 in)
398 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Bahir Dar

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
482 mm (19 in)
488 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Lalībela

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
512 mm (20 in)
525 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Gonder

In July Gonder generally has pleasant 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
297 mm (12 in)
526 mm (21 in)
607 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Debre Zeyit

In July Debre Zeyit generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
110 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Addis Ababa 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 369 mm (15 in)
Bahir Dar 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 482 mm (19 in)
Lalībela 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 512 mm (20 in)
Gonder 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 526 mm (21 in)
Debre Zeyit 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Adama 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Ethiopia weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ethiopia in July?

Expect poor weather across Ethiopia in July. The popular destination of Addis Ababa averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ethiopia in July?

Average temperatures in Ethiopia during July range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Addis Ababa.

Does Ethiopia get a lot of rain in July?

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Ethiopia, with Addis Ababa averaging around 369 mm (15 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Ethiopia?

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

Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Addis Ababa. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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