Climate Insights for K’olīto

, Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
December
13°C low
Wettest
September
191mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in K’olīto is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 888mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 191mm of rainfall. K’olīto 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: 28° Average: 20° Min: 14° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Mar Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 16° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Nov Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Dec Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13°
Max
Average
Min

K’olīto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°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: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 43mm Apr Precipitation: 125mm May Precipitation: 131mm Jun Precipitation: 65mm Jul Precipitation: 96mm Aug Precipitation: 133mm Sep Precipitation: 191mm Oct Precipitation: 74mm Nov Precipitation: 20mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

K’olīto is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 888mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 74mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 191mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 190mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

K’olīto is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 K’olīto, which began on March 20, 2026. K’olīto 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 294mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 285mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 11mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 23°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 18°
Aug 19°
Sep 19°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit K’olīto is during January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 39mm 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 K’olīto 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
28 °C
13 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
16 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
23 °C
12 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
24 °C
10 km/h
191 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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