Climate Insights for Leku

, Sidama Region, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
May
306mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Leku is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1435mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 306mm of rainfall. Leku 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: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Feb Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Mar Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jul Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Aug Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Dec Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Leku sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°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 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 39mm Feb Precipitation: 26mm Mar Precipitation: 52mm Apr Precipitation: 280mm May Precipitation: 306mm Jun Precipitation: 102mm Jul Precipitation: 112mm Aug Precipitation: 81mm Sep Precipitation: 167mm Oct Precipitation: 180mm Nov Precipitation: 82mm Dec Precipitation: 9mm
Precipitation

Leku is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1435mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 120mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 306mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 9mm. That's 298mm less than May, 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: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Leku 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 December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 Leku, which began on June 21, 2026. Leku 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 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 639mm across the season with a monthly average of 213mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 295mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 429mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. 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 21°
Mar 22°
Apr 20°
May 19°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Leku is during January, February, March, August, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 48mm 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 Leku 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
26 °C
1 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
280 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
306 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
13 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
167 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
180 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
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