Climate Insights for Jinka

, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
December
17°C low
Wettest
April
159mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Jinka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 914mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 159mm of rainfall. Jinka 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: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° May Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 18° Jun Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jul Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Dec Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17°
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Jinka 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 25°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Feb Precipitation: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 58mm Apr Precipitation: 159mm May Precipitation: 112mm Jun Precipitation: 67mm Jul Precipitation: 79mm Aug Precipitation: 64mm Sep Precipitation: 68mm Oct Precipitation: 117mm Nov Precipitation: 107mm Dec Precipitation: 39mm
Precipitation

Jinka is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 914mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 76mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 159mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 21mm. That's 138mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Jinka is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 December, with average winds dropping to 6km/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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Jinka, which began on March 20, 2026. Jinka 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. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 329mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 293mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. 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 24°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Jinka is during January, February, March, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 52mm 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 Jinka 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
22 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
159 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
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