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Ethiopia Weather in November

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

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Considering a trip to Ethiopia this November and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Ethiopia in November

In November, Ethiopia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Goba at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Adama at 28°C (82°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Adama and 8°C (46°F) in Goba.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Debre Zeyit with an average of 8.1 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Sanetti Plateau with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Addis Ababa sees close to 267 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March26°C (79°F) April25°C (77°F) May25°C (77°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September21°C (70°F) October23°C (73°F) November24°C (75°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ethiopia in November

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 November for some of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia?

Temperature range in Ethiopia (November)

Precipitation variation in Ethiopia (November)

Addis Ababa

In November Addis Ababa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
267 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Addis Ababa →

Bahir Dar

In November Bahir Dar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bahir Dar →

Lalībela

In November Lalībela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lalībela →

Gonder

In November Gonder generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Gonder →

Debre Zeyit

In November Debre Zeyit generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
267 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
8.1 mm (0.3 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Debre Zeyit →

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In our records: Ethiopia November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Ethiopia in our climate database (2005 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Ethiopia brought 271 mm (11 in) in Addis Ababa on November 30, 2009.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Addis Ababa 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Bahir Dar 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Lalībela 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Gonder 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Debre Zeyit 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 8.1 mm (0.3 in)
Adama 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Ethiopia weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ethiopia in November?

November in Ethiopia brings excellent weather. In Addis Ababa, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Ethiopia in November?

In Addis Ababa, the average daytime high in November is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Ethiopia get a lot of rain in November?

November is on the drier side in Ethiopia. Addis Ababa averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Ethiopia?

We consider November to be one of the best times to travel to Ethiopia. Typically, the climate in Addis Ababa is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide excellent weather in Addis Ababa. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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We have much more information about the climate in Ethiopia.

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