Climate Insights for Asella
Tiyo, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Climate Overview
The climate in Asella is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,869 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 424 mm of rainfall. Asella sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Asella is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 73.6 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 16.7 in of rainfall. Asella sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Asella sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 24°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Asella sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 45°F to 74°F. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 63°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Asella is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,869 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 156 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 424 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 8 mm. That's 416 mm less than September, 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.Asella is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 73.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.1 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 16.7 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.3 in. That's 16.4 in less than September, 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
Asella is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Asella is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Asella is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 48 mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Asella is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°F. 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 Asella 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 Asella 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.