Climate Insights for Gīnch’ī

Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
25°C peak
Coldest
December
9°C low
Wettest
September
400mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gīnch’ī is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1887mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 400mm of rainfall. Gīnch’ī 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: 24° Average: 16° Min: 9° Feb Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Mar Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° May Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jun Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Jul Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° Aug Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° Sep Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Oct Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Nov Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 10° Dec Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9°
Max
Average
Min

Gīnch’ī sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 25°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 18°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 9mm Feb Precipitation: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 64mm Apr Precipitation: 143mm May Precipitation: 158mm Jun Precipitation: 265mm Jul Precipitation: 373mm Aug Precipitation: 367mm Sep Precipitation: 400mm Oct Precipitation: 66mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Gīnch’ī is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1887mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 157mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 400mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2mm. That's 398mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Gīnch’ī 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

11 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Gīnch’ī, which began on June 21, 2026. Gīnch’ī sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 9°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (11 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 365mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1006mm across the season with a monthly average of 335mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 484mm across the season with a monthly average of 161mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 16°
Feb 17°
Mar 18°
Apr 18°
May 18°
Jun 16°
Jul 15°
Aug 15°
Sep 16°
Oct 16°
Nov 16°
Dec 16°

The best time to visit Gīnch’ī is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°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 Gīnch’ī 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
9 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
143 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
265 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
20 °C
5 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
20 °C
5 km/h
367 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
400 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
9 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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