Climate Insights for Korem

, Tigray Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
June
31°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
April
257mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Korem is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 880mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 257mm of rainfall. Korem is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, March. The coldest months are December, November, January, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Feb Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Mar Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° May Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 16° Jun Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Sep Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Oct Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Nov Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Dec Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Korem sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 31°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°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. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 85mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 257mm May Precipitation: 51mm Jun Precipitation: 37mm Jul Precipitation: 198mm Aug Precipitation: 164mm Sep Precipitation: 19mm Oct Precipitation: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Korem is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 880mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 257mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 256mm less than April, 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: 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

Korem 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 April, 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 Korem, which began on June 21, 2026. Korem is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 400mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 101mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. 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 18°
Feb 19°
Mar 23°
Apr 21°
May 23°
Jun 24°
Jul 22°
Aug 21°
Sep 22°
Oct 21°
Nov 19°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Korem is during January, February, March, May, 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 29mm 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 Korem 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
13 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Feb
13 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
257 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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