Addis Ababa · AutumnMonth summary
Addis Ababa weather in September
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
9°C – 19°C
🌧 Rainy days
82% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Addis Ababa in September?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Not the best window: 82% rain risk and 11.0h of sunshine. January is much safer.
By trip type
Addis Ababa in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in September
🎯 Shoulder season — good value with reasonable accommodation prices Autumn marks the end of peak season in Addis Ababa. Temperatures drop (19°C) and rain returns (82% of days). With 82% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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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 September, Addis Ababa averages 19°C, 82% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.4/10.
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Comparison
September vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -77%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Addis Ababa in September
Is September a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
September is not recommended for Addis Ababa (score 5.4/10). With 82% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine, consider January (8.4/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Addis Ababa in September?
Yes, 82% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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