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Ethiopia Weather in October

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Ethiopia in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ethiopia in October

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Goba at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Adama at 29°C (84°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Adama and 9°C (48°F) in Goba.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mekʼelē with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Sanetti Plateau with 354 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Addis Ababa gets approximately 245 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Ethiopia?

Temperature range in Ethiopia (October)

Precipitation variation in Ethiopia (October)

Addis Ababa

In October Addis Ababa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
245 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
excellent
excellent
Climate in Addis Ababa →

Bahir Dar

In October Bahir Dar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
253 mm (10 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
mixed
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bahir Dar →

Lalībela

In October Lalībela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lalībela →

Gonder

In October Gonder generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
403 mm (16 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
excellent
excellent
Climate in Gonder →

Debre Zeyit

In October Debre Zeyit 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
245 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
8.1 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Debre Zeyit →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Addis Ababa 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bahir Dar 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Lalībela 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Gonder 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Debre Zeyit 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Adama 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Ethiopia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ethiopia in October?

Expect excellent weather across Ethiopia in October. The popular destination of Addis Ababa averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ethiopia in October?

In Addis Ababa, the average daytime high in October is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Ethiopia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Ethiopia. Addis Ababa averages only about 49 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Ethiopia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Ethiopia with overall excellent weather in Addis Ababa. 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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