Addis Ababa · WinterMonth summary
Addis Ababa weather in February
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
50°F – 73°F
🌧 Rainy days
17% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Addis Ababa in February?
✅ 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: Addis Ababa in February: 73°F and 11.2h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Addis Ababa in February by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in February
Even in winter, Addis Ababa enjoys 23°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 46°F | 72°F | 5% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 50°F | 73°F | 17% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 52°F | 73°F | 35% | 0.1in | 11.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 52°F | 72°F | 54% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 50°F | 72°F | 45% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 50°F | 70°F | 69% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 50°F | 66°F | 98% | 0.4in | 9.4h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 50°F | 66°F | 100% | 0.4in | 9.5h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 48°F | 66°F | 82% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 46°F | 68°F | 19% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 46°F | 70°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 46°F | 70°F | 2% | 0.0in | 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 February, Addis Ababa averages 73°F, 17% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.3/10.
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Comparison
February vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -12%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Addis Ababa in February
Is February a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
February is an excellent time to visit Addis Ababa (score 8.3/10). With 73°F, 11.2h of sunshine and 17% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Addis Ababa in February?
With 73°F and 11.2h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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