Weather in March in Ethiopia
Thinking about venturing to Ethiopia this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
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.
Temperatures
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.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ethiopia, check out the map below.
Precipitation
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.Average sunshine
The city Addis Ababa usually sees around 248 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Ethiopia climate page.
Where to go in Ethiopia in March
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ethiopia, check out our Ethiopia's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Ethiopia?
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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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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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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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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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 your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Ethiopia.
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.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Ethiopia.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Ethiopia? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Ethiopia.
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