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 10 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 9 rainy days and 27 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
27 mm
Total precipitation
59%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Addis Ababa has good weather in October.
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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
The temperature in October is +73°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +77°F during the day and a minimum of +45°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +70°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:
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Climate in Addis Ababa in October
Addis Ababa weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
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
135 mm
27 mm
5 mm
Wind
1 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
77%
59%
54%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
1
10
15
Cloudy days
1
11
12
Rainy days
21
9
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 135 mm to 27 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 59%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 1 to 10.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Addis Ababa in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 2 m/s to 4 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
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 13%, leading to total precipitation of around 20 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain.Addis Ababa is amazing in October with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
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 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 October in Addis Ababa?
This is the weather in Addis Ababa in October 2023:
1 October
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+73°F
2 October
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+76°F
3 October
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+72°F
4 October
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+74°F
5 October
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+74°F
6 October
☀️
+73°F
7 October
☀️
+74°F
8 October
☀️
+75°F
9 October
☁️
+75°F
10 October
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+75°F
11 October
☁️
+74°F
12 October
☁️
+75°F
13 October
☀️
+74°F
14 October
☀️
+75°F
15 October
☀️
+74°F
16 October
☁️
+74°F
17 October
☁️
+75°F
18 October
☀️
+75°F
19 October
☁️
+73°F
20 October
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+74°F
21 October
☀️
+74°F
22 October
☁️
+77°F
23 October
☀️
+75°F
24 October
☁️
+75°F
25 October
☁️
+74°F
26 October
☁️
+71°F
27 October
☁️
+72°F
28 October
🌧️
+68°F
29 October
🌧️
+69°F
30 October
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+67°F
31 October
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+71°F
In October 2023 Addis Ababa had 12 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 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 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 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.
How much does it cost to fly to Addis Ababa in October?
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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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.
