August Weather in Addis Ababa

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (59°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (72°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (51°F). Typically, the humidity level in Addis Ababa throughout August hovers around 88%.

10°C (51°F)

Minimum temperature

15°C (59°F)

Average temperature

22°C (72°F)

Maximum temperature

88%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Addis Ababa averages 407 mm (16.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 31 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

407 mm (16.0 inches)

Precipitation

31 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 30 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Addis Ababa reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 6 10 13 16 16 13 9 5 2 1 0
Exposure Low High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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