Climate Insights for Naqamte
East Wellega, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Climate Overview
The climate in Naqamte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 4,347 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 989 mm of rainfall. Naqamte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Naqamte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 171.1 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 38.9 in of rainfall. Naqamte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Naqamte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Naqamte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 58°F to 84°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 58°F and an average of 67°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Naqamte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,347 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 362 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 989 mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 9 mm. That's 980 mm 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.Naqamte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 171.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14.3 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 38.9 in of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.4 in. That's 38.6 in 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
Naqamte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Naqamte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Naqamte is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 43 mm per month. By contrast, November can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Naqamte is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, November can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 58°F. 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 Naqamte 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Naqamte based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.