Climate Insights for Mena

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
May
393mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1719mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 393mm of rainfall. Mena 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: 22° Min: 14° Feb Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Aug Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Sep Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Oct Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Dec Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Mena sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 21°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: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 96mm Apr Precipitation: 295mm May Precipitation: 393mm Jun Precipitation: 164mm Jul Precipitation: 90mm Aug Precipitation: 86mm Sep Precipitation: 115mm Oct Precipitation: 362mm Nov Precipitation: 100mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm
Precipitation

Mena is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1719mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 143mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 393mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 4mm. That's 389mm less than May, 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: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Mena 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 July, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Mena, which began on March 20, 2026. Mena 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 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 783mm across the season with a monthly average of 261mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 577mm across the season with a monthly average of 192mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 21°
Jun 21°
Jul 20°
Aug 21°
Sep 22°
Oct 21°
Nov 21°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Mena is during January, February, March, July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 49mm 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 Mena 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
30 °C
9 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
17 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
295 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
393 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
362 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
100 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
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