Ethiopia weather in March
Planning a getaway to Ethiopia this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Ethiopia in March?
In March, Ethiopia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
During the day the temperature is pleasant in Goba at 20°C and very warm in Adama at 31°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Adama and 9°C in Goba. In Ethiopia, March typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Assab with an average of 4.3 mm to heavy rainfall in Sanetti Plateau with 231 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 248 hours of sunshine in Addis Ababa. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ethiopia in March, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Ethiopia climate page.
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Average weather in Addis Ababa
In March Addis Ababa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Bahir Dar
In March Bahir Dar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Gonder
In March Gonder generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Debre Zeyit
In March Debre Zeyit generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Adama
In March Adama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Ethiopia?
We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Ethiopia. Typically, the climate in Addis Ababa is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Addis Ababa. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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