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Lalibela, Ethiopia · Temperate

Lalibela in November: go or not?

Excellent time. Lalibela in November scores 8.6/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 12.03°N · 39.04°E
⚡ This month's verdict
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Lalibela · November
8.6
11–22°
Temperature
5%
Rain
9h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌦️ Moderate rain
Photo : Gerald Schömbs via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

In November, Lalibela sees 72°F during the day with 8.6h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.

November ranks 5 out of 12 months in Lalibela. Compared to October: 11 pts fewer rainy days, +0.8h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
5°
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Lalibela is January (8.8/10), 0.2 pt higher than November.

See January →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

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 typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.71°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 77°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 66°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 91%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Lalibela ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Ethiopia
Temperate climate with a 8.8 → 1.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.03°N · 39.04°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Lalibela?
February is the best month with 77°F highs, 54°F lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 6.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Lalibela get in February?
Lalibela averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Lalibela?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Lalibela in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 54°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Lalibela good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Lalibela scores 8.4/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Lalibela?
August is the most difficult month to visit Lalibela, with August 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 Lalibela in November?
The average UV index reaches 8 in November in Lalibela (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.