Climate Insights for Welk’īt’ē

, Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
31°C peak
Coldest
December
10°C low
Wettest
September
354mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Welk’īt’ē is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1698mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 354mm of rainfall. Welk’īt’ē 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: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Mar Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Aug Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Oct Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 12° Nov Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11° Dec Max: 28° Average: 19° Min: 10°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Welk’īt’ē vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 21mm Apr Precipitation: 207mm May Precipitation: 344mm Jun Precipitation: 161mm Jul Precipitation: 258mm Aug Precipitation: 215mm Sep Precipitation: 354mm Oct Precipitation: 104mm Nov Precipitation: 15mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Welk’īt’ē is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1698mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 354mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2mm. That's 351mm less than September, 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: 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: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Welk’īt’ē 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 August, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 1km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Welk’īt’ē, which began on June 21, 2026. Welk’īt’ē 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 571mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 634mm across the season with a monthly average of 211mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 472mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm 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 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 18°
Sep 18°
Oct 19°
Nov 19°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Welk’īt’ē is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 11mm 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 Welk’īt’ē 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
27 °C
2 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
207 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
344 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
258 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
354 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Dec
10 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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