Addis Ababa · AutumnMonth summary
Addis Ababa weather in November
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
8°C – 21°C
🌧 Rainy days
8% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Addis Ababa in November?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want great weather for all activities.
❌ No if: you're on a tight budget — prices are higher during peak season.
Our take: Favourable conditions in November (8.2/10). January scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Addis Ababa in November by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in November
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn in Addis Ababa is often underrated: 21°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (8% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 8°C | 22°C | 5% | 0.3 | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 10°C | 23°C | 17% | 0.7 | 11.2h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 11°C | 23°C | 35% | 1.9 | 11.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 11°C | 22°C | 54% | 3.9 | 11.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 10°C | 22°C | 45% | 3.5 | 11.7h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 10°C | 21°C | 69% | 6.1 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 10°C | 19°C | 98% | 10.5 | 9.4h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 10°C | 19°C | 100% | 9.7 | 9.5h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 9°C | 19°C | 82% | 7.1 | 11.0h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 8°C | 20°C | 19% | 1.2 | 11.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 8°C | 21°C | 8% | 0.3 | 11.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 8°C | 21°C | 2% | 0.1 | 11.0h | 8.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In November, Addis Ababa averages 21°C, 8% rainy days and 11.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.2/10.
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Comparison
November vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Addis Ababa in November
Is November a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
November is an excellent time to visit Addis Ababa (score 8.2/10). With 21°C, 11.6h of sunshine and 8% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Addis Ababa in November?
With 21°C and 11.6h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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