Climate Insights for Bedēsa

South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
December
17°C low
Wettest
May
118mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bedēsa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 756mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 118mm of rainfall. Bedēsa 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: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jun Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jul Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Aug Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Sep Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Oct Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Dec Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17°
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Average
Min

Bedēsa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 6mm Mar Precipitation: 40mm Apr Precipitation: 114mm May Precipitation: 118mm Jun Precipitation: 65mm Jul Precipitation: 89mm Aug Precipitation: 110mm Sep Precipitation: 96mm Oct Precipitation: 88mm Nov Precipitation: 25mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Bedēsa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 756mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 118mm of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 117mm less than May, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Bedēsa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

10 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Bedēsa, which began on June 21, 2026. Bedēsa sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 17°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (10 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 272mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 264mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 25°
Apr 24°
May 22°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 21°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Bedēsa is during January, February, March, June, July, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 46mm 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 Bedēsa 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
6 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
114 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
18 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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