Climate Insights for Gīnch’ī

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
27°C peak
Coldest
December
7°C low
Wettest
August
307mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gīnch’ī is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1587mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 307mm of rainfall. Gīnch’ī 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: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Feb Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° Mar Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jun Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Jul Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Aug Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Oct Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Nov Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 9° Dec Max: 24° Average: 15° Min: 7°
Max
Average
Min

Gīnch’ī sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 31mm Feb Precipitation: 12mm Mar Precipitation: 37mm Apr Precipitation: 225mm May Precipitation: 172mm Jun Precipitation: 189mm Jul Precipitation: 269mm Aug Precipitation: 307mm Sep Precipitation: 301mm Oct Precipitation: 30mm Nov Precipitation: 15mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Gīnch’ī is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1587mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 132mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 307mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 307mm 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: 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: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Gīnch’ī 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 December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 Gīnch’ī, which began on June 21, 2026. Gīnch’ī 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 7°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 766mm across the season with a monthly average of 255mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 345mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 7 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 43mm 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 17°
Feb 18°
Mar 20°
Apr 19°
May 18°
Jun 17°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 16°
Oct 17°
Nov 16°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Gīnch’ī is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 21mm per month. 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 Gīnch’ī 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
11 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
172 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
269 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
12 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
307 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
301 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Nov
9 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Dec
7 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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