Average weather for Ethiopia in August
It's pleasantly warm in August in Ethiopia with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 13°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Ethiopia with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 13°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 22°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Ethiopia is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In August, there is an average of 242 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Ethiopia in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
22°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
242 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
27 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Ethiopia?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Ethiopia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2017, Ethiopia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Check out the climate of Ethiopia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Ethiopia is based on weather data from Addis Ababa. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Ethiopia to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Ethiopia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Ethiopia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Ethiopia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Ethiopia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 27 days of precipitation in Ethiopia.
Daily UV index in August in Ethiopia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Ethiopia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Ethiopia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Ethiopia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Ethiopia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Ethiopia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Ethiopia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ethiopia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Ethiopia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ethiopia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
