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Addis Ababa in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Addis Ababa in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Addis Ababa, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Addis Ababa in October 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Are you considering a trip to Addis Ababa in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 11 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 3 rainy days and 27 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
27 mm
Total precipitation
59%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
17 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Addis Ababa has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Addis Ababa in October

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

Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +45°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +70°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +73°F.

Is Addis Ababa warm or cold in October?

Addis Ababa is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +48°F.

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

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Addis Ababa:

Climate in Addis Ababa in October

Addis Ababa weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+70°F+72°F+72°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+37°F+36°F
Max. temperature
+77°F+79°F+81°F
Rainfall
130 mm27 mm5 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
76%59%53%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
21116
Cloudy days
101713
Rainy days
1831
Snowy days
000

October often has better weather than September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +72°F during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 130 mm to 27 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 59%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 2 to 11.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Addis Ababa is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Addis Ababa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 30 mm, with a 16% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Addis Ababa wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 224 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Addis Ababa?

This is the weather in Addis Ababa in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+69°F
2 October
🌧️
+68°F
3 October
🌧️
+63°F
4 October
🌧️
+66°F
5 October
☁️
+68°F
6 October
☁️
+68°F
7 October
☁️
+69°F
8 October
☀️
+69°F
9 October
☁️
+69°F
10 October
☀️
+69°F
11 October
☁️
+70°F
12 October
☁️
+70°F
13 October
☁️
+69°F
14 October
☀️
+70°F
15 October
☀️
+69°F
16 October
☀️
+72°F
17 October
☀️
+73°F
18 October
☁️
+71°F
19 October
☀️
+72°F
20 October
☀️
+74°F
21 October
☀️
+73°F
22 October
☀️
+73°F
23 October
☀️
+72°F
24 October
☀️
+75°F
25 October
☁️
+71°F
26 October
☁️
+71°F
27 October
☀️
+71°F
28 October
☀️
+73°F
29 October
☀️
+72°F
30 October
☀️
+73°F
31 October
☀️
+74°F
In October 2023 Addis Ababa had 17 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 2 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 October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+70°F) and the highest in 2015 (+78°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 0 mm.

FAQ

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

Is October a good time to visit Addis Ababa?

October is a really good time to go to Addis Ababa. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Addis Ababa.

Can you sunbathe in Addis Ababa in October?

October 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 October?

Addis Ababa is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Addis Ababa in October?

The amount of sunny days in Addis Ababa during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Ethiopia

Check out the weather for other cities in Ethiopia.

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, 2022.

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.