Climate Insights for Welk’īt’ē

, Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
September
335mm 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 1702mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 335mm of rainfall. Welk’īt’ē 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: 28° Average: 20° Min: 12° Feb Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 14° Mar Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Aug Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Oct Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Nov Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 12° Dec Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Welk’īt’ē 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 19°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: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 22mm Mar Precipitation: 46mm Apr Precipitation: 150mm May Precipitation: 267mm Jun Precipitation: 214mm Jul Precipitation: 236mm Aug Precipitation: 247mm Sep Precipitation: 335mm Oct Precipitation: 127mm Nov Precipitation: 47mm Dec Precipitation: 4mm
Precipitation

Welk’īt’ē is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1702mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 335mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 4mm. That's 332mm 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: 1km/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: 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 January, 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. 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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Welk’īt’ē, which began on March 20, 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 11°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 463mm across the season with a monthly average of 154mm. 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 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 697mm across the season with a monthly average of 232mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 510mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. 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 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm 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 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 22°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 18°
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 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm 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
12 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
267 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
214 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
236 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
335 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
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