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Addis Ababa in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Addis Ababa in August 2025

OK Weather
Mild
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Rainy
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Addis Ababa in August 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 22 rainy days with an average precipitation of 227 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the wettest month of the year in Addis Ababa;

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
227 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Addis Ababa has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Addis Ababa in August

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

The temperature in August is +70°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 15% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +70°F.

Is Addis Ababa warm or cold in August?

Addis Ababa is typically mild in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +68°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.

August is one of the coolest months in Addis Ababa, here is the comparison with other months:

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Climate in Addis Ababa in August

Addis Ababa weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+68°F+68°F+70°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+46°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+75°F+77°F
Rainfall
229 mm227 mm135 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
81%82%77%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
001
Cloudy days
001
Rainy days
232221
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +68°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 229 mm to 227 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Addis Ababa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 97%, leading to total precipitation of around 397 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 68 mm, which is considered heavy rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 30 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August 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 August in Addis Ababa?

This is the weather in Addis Ababa in August 2023:
1 August
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+66°F
2 August
🌧️
+67°F
3 August
☁️
+66°F
4 August
🌧️
+71°F
5 August
🌧️
+68°F
6 August
🌧️
+69°F
7 August
🌧️
+70°F
8 August
🌧️
+72°F
9 August
🌧️
+69°F
10 August
🌧️
+70°F
11 August
☁️
+68°F
12 August
☁️
+68°F
13 August
🌧️
+70°F
14 August
🌧️
+73°F
15 August
☁️
+73°F
16 August
🌧️
+71°F
17 August
🌧️
+72°F
18 August
☁️
+74°F
19 August
☁️
+74°F
20 August
🌧️
+71°F
21 August
🌧️
+70°F
22 August
🌧️
+67°F
23 August
🌧️
+70°F
24 August
🌧️
+73°F
25 August
🌧️
+73°F
26 August
☁️
+75°F
27 August
☁️
+74°F
28 August
☁️
+70°F
29 August
🌧️
+65°F
30 August
🌧️
+69°F
31 August
🌧️
+70°F
In August 2023 Addis Ababa had 0 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 21 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 14 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 August 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 August:

Is August a good time to visit Addis Ababa?

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

Can you sunbathe in Addis Ababa in August?

August 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 August?

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

Is it sunny in Addis Ababa in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Addis Ababa in August, 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 August?

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.