Climate Insights for Bambesi

, Benishangul-Gumuz Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
33°C peak
Coldest
January
16°C low
Wettest
May
254mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bambesi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1202mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 254mm of rainfall. Bambesi 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: 30° Average: 23° Min: 16° Feb Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 18° Mar Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Apr Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° May Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jun Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Dec Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Bambesi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 33°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 9mm Apr Precipitation: 83mm May Precipitation: 254mm Jun Precipitation: 147mm Jul Precipitation: 207mm Aug Precipitation: 163mm Sep Precipitation: 217mm Oct Precipitation: 119mm Nov Precipitation: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Bambesi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1202mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 254mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 254mm less than May, 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: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Bambesi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Bambesi, which began on June 21, 2026. Bambesi 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 January near 16°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 346mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 516mm across the season with a monthly average of 172mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 339mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 25°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 21°
Jun 21°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 21°
Nov 22°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Bambesi is during January, February, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 17mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bambesi 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
30 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
254 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
207 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
16 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
217 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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