Climate Insights for Ch’ench’a

, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
October
770mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Ch’ench’a is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 4264mm of precipitation falls per year. Ch’ench’a receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ch’ench’a sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Feb Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Mar Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° May Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jul Max: 21° Average: 18° Min: 15° Aug Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Oct Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14°
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Ch’ench’a sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm 700mm 750mm 800mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 103mm Feb Precipitation: 129mm Mar Precipitation: 288mm Apr Precipitation: 655mm May Precipitation: 585mm Jun Precipitation: 266mm Jul Precipitation: 240mm Aug Precipitation: 264mm Sep Precipitation: 488mm Oct Precipitation: 770mm Nov Precipitation: 354mm Dec Precipitation: 122mm
Precipitation

Ch’ench’a is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4264mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 355mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 770mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 103mm. That's 667mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Ch’ench’a 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 August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Ch’ench’a, which began on March 20, 2026. Ch’ench’a 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1528mm across the season with a monthly average of 509mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 770mm across the season with a monthly average of 257mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1613mm across the season with a monthly average of 538mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 354mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ch’ench’a 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
14 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
129 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
16 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
288 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
655 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
585 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
22 °C
6 km/h
266 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
21 °C
6 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
264 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
488 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
770 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
354 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
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