Climate Insights for Ch’iko

Sidama Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
October
462mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ch’iko is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 2140mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 462mm of rainfall. Ch’iko 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: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Feb Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Mar Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° May Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 22° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Oct Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Nov Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Ch’iko sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 24mm Feb Precipitation: 35mm Mar Precipitation: 134mm Apr Precipitation: 344mm May Precipitation: 316mm Jun Precipitation: 132mm Jul Precipitation: 101mm Aug Precipitation: 107mm Sep Precipitation: 253mm Oct Precipitation: 462mm Nov Precipitation: 200mm Dec Precipitation: 31mm
Precipitation

Ch’iko is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2140mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 178mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 462mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 24mm. That's 439mm 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: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Ch’iko 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 1km/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 Ch’iko, which began on June 21, 2026. Ch’iko 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (10 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 794mm across the season with a monthly average of 265mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 341mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 915mm across the season with a monthly average of 305mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 20°
Feb 22°
Mar 22°
Apr 21°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 19°
Sep 19°
Oct 19°
Nov 19°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Ch’iko is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 30mm 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 Ch’iko 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
27 °C
6 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
344 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
316 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
15 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
253 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
462 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
200 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
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