Bahir Dar weather in August (Ethiopia)
What can you expect from the weather in Bahir Dar during August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In August, Bahir Dar generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 22°C. But by evening, they drop to around 15°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.
Bahir Dar in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 488 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bahir Dar. January, February, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bahir Dar climate page with graphs.
Bahir Dar, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
488 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Where to go in Ethiopia in August
Find out more about the weather in Ethiopia in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Bahir Dar in August?
For visitors traveling to Bahir Dar, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
Interested in more climate information?
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