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Addis Ababa in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Addis Ababa in July and see if it is worth visiting.
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July

Weather in Addis Ababa in July 2025

OK Weather
Mild
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Rainy
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Addis Ababa in July usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +68°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 23 rainy days with an average precipitation of 229 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the coldest month of the year in Addis Ababa;

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
229 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Addis Ababa has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Addis Ababa in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Addis Ababa for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in July is +72°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +75°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +70°F.

Is Addis Ababa warm or cold in July?

Addis Ababa is typically mild in July.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

July is the coldest month in Addis Ababa, here is the comparison with other months:

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Climate in Addis Ababa in July

Addis Ababa weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+72°F+68°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+46°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+75°F+75°F
Rainfall
137 mm229 mm227 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
72%81%82%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
100
Cloudy days
200
Rainy days
212322
Snowy days
000

July typically has worse weather conditions compared to June. It’s getting colder in July. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 137 mm to 229 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in June to 0 in July.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Addis Ababa in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Addis Ababa is gradually increasing during July, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Addis Ababa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 100%, leading to total precipitation of around 488 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 63 mm, which is considered heavy rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 31 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
July is one of the rainiest months in Addis Ababa, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Addis Ababa wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 229 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Addis Ababa?

This is the weather in Addis Ababa in July 2023:
1 July
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+70°F
2 July
🌧️
+70°F
3 July
🌧️
+65°F
4 July
☁️
+72°F
5 July
🌧️
+73°F
6 July
🌧️
+71°F
7 July
🌧️
+69°F
8 July
☁️
+71°F
9 July
🌧️
+72°F
10 July
☁️
+72°F
11 July
☁️
+70°F
12 July
🌧️
+70°F
13 July
🌧️
+71°F
14 July
🌧️
+71°F
15 July
☁️
+70°F
16 July
☁️
+70°F
17 July
🌧️
+72°F
18 July
🌧️
+73°F
19 July
☁️
+75°F
20 July
🌧️
+72°F
21 July
🌧️
+70°F
22 July
🌧️
+70°F
23 July
☁️
+70°F
24 July
🌧️
+71°F
25 July
🌧️
+71°F
26 July
🌧️
+72°F
27 July
🌧️
+70°F
28 July
☁️
+72°F
29 July
🌧️
+70°F
30 July
🌧️
+72°F
31 July
☁️
+70°F
In July 2023 Addis Ababa had 0 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 20 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 89%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 67%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Addis Ababa climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Addis Ababa in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+70°F) and the highest in 2015 (+75°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 714 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2253 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Addis Ababa in July:

Is July a good time to visit Addis Ababa?

It’s always a good time to visit Addis Ababa, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Addis Ababa in July?

July has mild temperatures in Addis Ababa. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Addis Ababa rainy in July?

Addis Ababa is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Addis Ababa in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Addis Ababa in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

How much does it cost to fly to Addis Ababa in July?

The normal prices to fly to Addis Ababa is $1,257 - $1,257. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

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Monthly weather in Addis Ababa

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Addis Ababa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.