Climate Insights for Sodo

Wolayita Zone, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
December
16°C low
Wettest
August
269mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sodo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1701mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 269mm of rainfall. Sodo 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: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Feb Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Apr Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° May Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jul Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Sep Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Dec Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16°
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Average
Min

Sodo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 12mm Feb Precipitation: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 80mm Apr Precipitation: 191mm May Precipitation: 215mm Jun Precipitation: 190mm Jul Precipitation: 246mm Aug Precipitation: 269mm Sep Precipitation: 267mm Oct Precipitation: 156mm Nov Precipitation: 51mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm
Precipitation

Sodo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1701mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 269mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 8mm. That's 261mm less than August, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Sodo 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 February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

10 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Sodo, which began on June 21, 2026. Sodo 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (10 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 486mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 705mm across the season with a monthly average of 235mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 473mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 21°
Jun 20°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 21°
Nov 21°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Sodo is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 34mm 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 Sodo 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
16 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
191 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
246 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
269 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
17 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
267 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
156 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
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