Climate Insights for Ādīs ‘Alem

The climate in Ādīs ‘Alem is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1972mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 413mm of rainfall. Ādīs ‘Alem sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ādīs ‘Alem sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 25°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Ādīs ‘Alem is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1972mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 413mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2mm. That's 411mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Ādīs ‘Alem is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Ādīs ‘Alem, which began on June 21, 2026. Ādīs ‘Alem sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 9°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (10 days from now).

The best time to visit Ādīs ‘Alem is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ādīs ‘Alem based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.