Climate Insights for Wolaita Sodo
South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia
Climate Overview
The climate in Wolaita Sodo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,701 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 269 mm of rainfall. Wolaita Sodo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Wolaita Sodo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 67 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 10.6 in of rainfall. Wolaita Sodo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Wolaita 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.Wolaita Sodo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 60°F to 86°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Wolaita Sodo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,701 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 269 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 8 mm. That's 261 mm 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.Wolaita Sodo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 67 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.6 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.3 in. That's 10.3 in 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
Wolaita 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.Wolaita Sodo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 Wolaita 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 34 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Wolaita Sodo is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in 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 Wolaita 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wolaita Sodo 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.