Climate Insights for Gelemso

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
30°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
August
175mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gelemso is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1045mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 175mm of rainfall. Gelemso 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: 20° Min: 14° Feb Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Mar Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Jun Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Aug Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Sep Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Oct Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Gelemso sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 9mm Feb Precipitation: 28mm Mar Precipitation: 50mm Apr Precipitation: 152mm May Precipitation: 132mm Jun Precipitation: 74mm Jul Precipitation: 165mm Aug Precipitation: 175mm Sep Precipitation: 94mm Oct Precipitation: 81mm Nov Precipitation: 70mm Dec Precipitation: 15mm
Precipitation

Gelemso is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1045mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 175mm of rainfall. July and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 9mm. That's 167mm 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

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: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Gelemso 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 June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/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 Gelemso, which began on March 20, 2026. Gelemso 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 333mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 415mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. 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 20°
Feb 22°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 20°
Sep 21°
Oct 21°
Nov 20°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Gelemso is during January, February, March, June, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm 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 Gelemso 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
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
152 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
165 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
175 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
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