Climate Insights for Kele

, Oromiya Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
December
14°C low
Wettest
October
410mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kele is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2150mm of precipitation falls per year. Kele receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kele 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: 21° Min: 15° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° Mar Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jun Max: 23° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Aug Max: 23° Average: 20° Min: 16° Sep Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Kele sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 42mm Feb Precipitation: 41mm Mar Precipitation: 116mm Apr Precipitation: 322mm May Precipitation: 314mm Jun Precipitation: 163mm Jul Precipitation: 107mm Aug Precipitation: 111mm Sep Precipitation: 189mm Oct Precipitation: 410mm Nov Precipitation: 273mm Dec Precipitation: 62mm
Precipitation

Kele is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2150mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 179mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 410mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 41mm. That's 370mm less than October, 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: 2km/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

Kele 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 February, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/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 Kele, which began on March 20, 2026. Kele 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 29°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 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 752mm across the season with a monthly average of 251mm. 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 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 382mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 872mm across the season with a monthly average of 291mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 144mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. 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 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Kele is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 48mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°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 Kele 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
15 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
314 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
410 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
273 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
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