Climate Insights for Tarch’a Sodo

, South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
February
29°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
September
214mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tarch’a Sodo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1381mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 214mm of rainfall. Tarch’a 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: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Mar Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° Apr Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 16° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Dec Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14°
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Average
Min

Tarch’a Sodo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 14mm Feb Precipitation: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 64mm Apr Precipitation: 204mm May Precipitation: 211mm Jun Precipitation: 117mm Jul Precipitation: 154mm Aug Precipitation: 181mm Sep Precipitation: 214mm Oct Precipitation: 139mm Nov Precipitation: 54mm Dec Precipitation: 12mm
Precipitation

Tarch’a Sodo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1381mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 214mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 12mm. That's 202mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Tarch’a Sodo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/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 Tarch’a Sodo, which began on March 20, 2026. Tarch’a 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 29°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 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 479mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 452mm across the season with a monthly average of 151mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 407mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 22°
Apr 21°
May 20°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 19°
Sep 19°
Oct 20°
Nov 21°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Tarch’a Sodo is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 32mm 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 Tarch’a 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
14 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
17 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
214 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
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