Climate Insights for Āwash

, Afar Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
June
34°C peak
Coldest
December
17°C low
Wettest
April
94mm rain
Best to Visit
January, November, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Āwash is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 566mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 94mm of rainfall. Āwash sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Feb Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Mar Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Apr Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° May Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Jun Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Jul Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Aug Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Sep Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Nov Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Dec Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Āwash sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 34°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 9mm Feb Precipitation: 11mm Mar Precipitation: 51mm Apr Precipitation: 94mm May Precipitation: 87mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Jul Precipitation: 58mm Aug Precipitation: 72mm Sep Precipitation: 48mm Oct Precipitation: 69mm Nov Precipitation: 47mm Dec Precipitation: 6mm
Precipitation

Āwash is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 566mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 94mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 6mm. That's 88mm less than April, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Āwash is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Āwash, which began on March 20, 2026. Āwash sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 231mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 163mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 25°
Mar 27°
Apr 27°
May 27°
Jun 28°
Jul 26°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 26°
Nov 24°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Āwash is during January, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Āwash 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
32 °C
17 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
34 °C
17 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
32 °C
19 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
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