Ethiopia in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Ethiopia in august 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for august for most popular cities in Ethiopia. These forecasts are probabilities for august from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in august in Addis Ababa
bad weather
Weather at 6am
52°F
Moderate rain at times
37% of time
33%
14%
11%
Weather at 12pm
67°F
Moderate rain at times
73% of time
15%
9%
4%
Weather at 6pm
65°F
Heavy rain
43% of time
40%
16%
3%
Weather at 3am
54°F
35%
28%
16%
13%
Where to go in Ethiopia in august?
Where to go in Ethiopia in august: destination map
perfect weather
good
tolerable
bad
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Where should you go in Ethiopia in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Ethiopia in august ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
It is not perfect, however, the weather in Ethiopia in august is, according to seasonal norms, pretty good in Jijiga. I allows to savor tours in this city. And even why not take a little time to relax under the sun!
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Lalibela, Yangudi Rassa National Park, Dire Dawa, Awash National Park, Dubti, Awasa, Nazret and Harar have a decent enough weather for that in august. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get in the cities of Simien Mountains National Park, Arba Minch, Bishoftu, Gambela, Adigrat, Bahir Dar (Lake Tana), Axum, Addis Ababa, Mek'ele and Gondar that month because the climate is rather unfavorable.
Climate in Ethiopia in august
Climate in Addis Ababa in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 59°F). The climate is quite good around this city in august. With 17.6in over 28 days, rain is to be feared for your holidays. Remember to bring clothes for rain.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 59°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 28 day(s) (91%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Axum in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 63°F (for an average temperature of 68°F). The climate is good in that locality in the month of august. With 33.6in over 25 days, you will suffer the rain during your journey. So remember to bring rain clothes.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 33.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 25 day(s) (81%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 12:35 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Gondar in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Gondar is 67°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate is quite pleasant in that area in august. With 19.3in over 29 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your journey. So remember to pack Rain coats.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 67°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 19.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 29 day(s) (94%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 12:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Lalibela in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Lalibela is 65°F (maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is quite nice in that locality in august. With 16.3in over 23 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of august is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in that area in Ethiopia.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 16.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 23 day(s) (75%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 28% | ||
| Length of day | 12:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Bahir Dar (Lake Tana) in august
In august, maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 58°F (for an average temperature of 65°F). The climate is pleasant around this city in august. With 20.9in over 26 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your holidays. Remember to pack adapted clothes.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 20.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 26 day(s) (85%) | ||
| Humidity | 95% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 12:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Ethiopia in august
| Addis Ababa in august | bad weather |
| Axum in august | very bad weather |
| Gondar in august | bad weather |
| Lalibela in august | bad weather |
| Bahir Dar (Lake Tana) in august | very bad weather |
| Awash National Park in august | tolerable weather |
| Yangudi Rassa National Park in august | bad weather |
| Simien Mountains National Park in august | bad weather |
| Adigrat in august | very bad weather |
| Arba Minch in august | tolerable weather |
| Awasa in august | tolerable weather |
| Bishoftu in august | tolerable weather |
| Dire Dawa in august | tolerable weather |
| Jijiga in august | good weather |
| Dubti in august | bad weather |
| Gambela in august | bad weather |
| Harar in august | tolerable weather |
| Mek'ele in august | very bad weather |
| Nazret in august | good weather |
Weather data for Ethiopia in august:
Weather data for Ethiopia in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Ethiopia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Ethiopia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Ethiopia.