Climate Insights for Gimbi

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
34°C peak
Coldest
July
16°C low
Wettest
August
378mm rain
Best to Visit
January, November, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gimbi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1968mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 378mm of rainfall. Gimbi 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: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Feb Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Mar Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Apr Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jun Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 17° Oct Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Nov Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° Dec Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Gimbi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 34°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°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 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 10mm Mar Precipitation: 14mm Apr Precipitation: 58mm May Precipitation: 277mm Jun Precipitation: 360mm Jul Precipitation: 365mm Aug Precipitation: 378mm Sep Precipitation: 338mm Oct Precipitation: 145mm Nov Precipitation: 22mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Gimbi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1968mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 378mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 378mm 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: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/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

Gimbi 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 April, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gimbi, which began on March 20, 2026. Gimbi 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 1103mm across the season with a monthly average of 368mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 505mm across the season with a monthly average of 168mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 11mm for the entire season. 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 24°
Feb 25°
Mar 27°
Apr 26°
May 23°
Jun 21°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 21°
Nov 22°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Gimbi is during January, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 8mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 16°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 Gimbi 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
17 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
277 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
360 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
365 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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