The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Addis Ababa sees 23°C during the day with 7.3h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (7% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 3 out of 12 months in Addis Ababa. Compared to January: −1.3h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
5°
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Addis Ababa is January (8.6/10), 0.1 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Ethiopia
🗣️LanguageAmharique
💶CurrencyBirr éthiopien (Br)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 23°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 19°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 87%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Addis Ababa ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EthiopiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.6 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
9.02°N · 38.75°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
January is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 8.0°C lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Addis Ababa get in January?
Addis Ababa averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Addis Ababa?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Addis Ababa in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 8.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is Addis Ababa good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Addis Ababa scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.2/10.
When should you avoid Addis Ababa?
July is the most difficult month to visit Addis Ababa, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Addis Ababa in February?
The average UV index reaches 8 in February in Addis Ababa (very high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protection essential.