Climate Insights for Arba Minch

Gamo, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
December
15°C low59°F low
Wettest
October
492 mm rain19.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Arba Minch is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 2,728 mm of precipitation falls per year. Arba Minch receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arba Minch sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Arba Minch is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 107.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Arba Minch receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arba Minch sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°MarMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°MayMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 16°JunMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°JulMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 16°AugMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°OctMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°NovMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°DecMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 61°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°F
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Arba Minch sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Arba Minch sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 80°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 57mmFebPrecipitation: 63mmMarPrecipitation: 207mmAprPrecipitation: 464mmMayPrecipitation: 397mmJunPrecipitation: 160mmJulPrecipitation: 148mmAugPrecipitation: 151mmSepPrecipitation: 242mmOctPrecipitation: 492mmNovPrecipitation: 265mmDecPrecipitation: 82mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.3inFebPrecipitation: 2.5inMarPrecipitation: 8.1inAprPrecipitation: 18.3inMayPrecipitation: 15.6inJunPrecipitation: 6.3inJulPrecipitation: 5.8inAugPrecipitation: 5.9inSepPrecipitation: 9.5inOctPrecipitation: 19.4inNovPrecipitation: 10.5inDecPrecipitation: 3.2in
Precipitation

Arba Minch is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,728 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 227 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 492 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 57 mm. That's 435 mm less than October, 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.Arba Minch is a very wet location, receiving approximately 107.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 19.4 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.2 in. That's 17.1 in less than October, 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Arba Minch is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Arba Minch is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°69°F
Feb21°71°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr20°68°F
May20°67°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep19°67°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov19°67°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Arba Minch is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 68 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Arba Minch is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

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

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
16 °C60 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h2 mph
57 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
207 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
464 mm18.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
397 mm15.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
16 °C61 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h3 mph
160 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
21 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
148 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
151 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
23 °C74 °F
4 km/h3 mph
242 mm9.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h2 mph
492 mm19.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C60 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h3 mph
265 mm10.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in