Climate Insights for Bonga

, South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
May
242mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bonga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1755mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 242mm of rainfall. Bonga 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: 27° Average: 19° Min: 12° Feb Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Mar Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jun Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jul Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Aug Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 14° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Oct Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Dec Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Bonga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 28°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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: 29mm Feb Precipitation: 65mm Mar Precipitation: 120mm Apr Precipitation: 224mm May Precipitation: 242mm Jun Precipitation: 169mm Jul Precipitation: 181mm Aug Precipitation: 191mm Sep Precipitation: 164mm Oct Precipitation: 200mm Nov Precipitation: 119mm Dec Precipitation: 53mm
Precipitation

Bonga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1755mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 146mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 242mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 29mm. That's 213mm 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: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/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

Bonga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bonga, which began on March 20, 2026. Bonga 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 586mm across the season with a monthly average of 195mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 541mm across the season with a monthly average of 180mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 482mm across the season with a monthly average of 161mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 20°
Mar 20°
Apr 20°
May 19°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Bonga is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 49mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. 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 Bonga 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
12 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
224 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
242 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
191 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
200 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
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