Climate Insights for Tum

, South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
33°C peak
Coldest
December
20°C low
Wettest
April
120mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tum is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 719mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 120mm of rainfall. Tum 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: 33° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 22° Mar Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Apr Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° May Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jun Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jul Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Sep Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Tum sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 33°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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: 14mm Feb Precipitation: 11mm Mar Precipitation: 39mm Apr Precipitation: 120mm May Precipitation: 88mm Jun Precipitation: 72mm Jul Precipitation: 99mm Aug Precipitation: 73mm Sep Precipitation: 44mm Oct Precipitation: 67mm Nov Precipitation: 68mm Dec Precipitation: 23mm
Precipitation

Tum is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 719mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 120mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 11mm. That's 109mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Tum is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/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 Tum, which began on March 20, 2026. Tum sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 248mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 244mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 178mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 28°
Mar 28°
Apr 26°
May 25°
Jun 25°
Jul 24°
Aug 25°
Sep 26°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Tum is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 81mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tum 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
21 °C
33 °C
8 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
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