Climate Insights for Kercha

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
April
150mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kercha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 807mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 150mm of rainfall. Kercha 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: 19° Min: 11° Feb Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Mar Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jun Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 14° Jul Max: 20° Average: 17° Min: 13° Aug Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 13° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Oct Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Nov Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° Dec Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Kercha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 62mm Apr Precipitation: 150mm May Precipitation: 146mm Jun Precipitation: 67mm Jul Precipitation: 63mm Aug Precipitation: 53mm Sep Precipitation: 57mm Oct Precipitation: 131mm Nov Precipitation: 57mm Dec Precipitation: 7mm
Precipitation

Kercha is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 807mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 150mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6mm. That's 144mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Kercha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/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 Kercha, which began on March 20, 2026. Kercha 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 11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 183mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 246mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 20mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 20°
Mar 20°
Apr 19°
May 18°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Kercha is during January, February, March, June, July, August, September, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 42mm 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 Kercha 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
11 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
13 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
14 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
20 °C
10 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
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