Climate Insights for Kotido Airport

The climate in Kotido Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 710mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 123mm of rainfall. Kotido Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kotido Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Kotido Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 710mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 123mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6mm. That's 117mm less than July, 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.

Kotido Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Kotido Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Kotido Airport 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Kotido Airport is during May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 54mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kotido Airport 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.