Bichena, Ethiopia experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records.
Bichena, Ethiopia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bichena, Ethiopia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: January, February, April, October, November
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 21°C / 12°C
Feels Like 21°C / 11°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 90 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 58%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 8°C
Hottest Month
24°C
March
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 8 days
Coldest Month
11°C
September
Avg High 19°C
Rain 16 days
Driest Month
1 days
January
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 11°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
May (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:13
Daylight 12.7h
Sunset 18:54
Live conditions —
Bichena on the map · live conditions
Bichena, Ethiopia
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ethiopia
- City
- Bichena
- Population
- 36.5K
- Coordinates
- 10.45°, 38.20°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 22°C / 11°C . Feb: 23°C / 13°C . Mar: 24°C / 13°C . Apr: 24°C / 14°C . May: 23°C / 13°C . Jun: 22°C / 12°C . Jul: 19°C / 11°C . Aug: 18°C / 11°C . Sep: 19°C / 11°C . Oct: 20°C / 12°C . Nov: 21°C / 12°C . Dec: 22°C / 11°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 3 mm. Feb: 19 mm. Mar: 46 mm. Apr: 82 mm. May: 63 mm. Jun: 68 mm. Jul: 339 mm. Aug: 358 mm. Sep: 84 mm. Oct: 13 mm. Nov: 5 mm. Dec: 3 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 39%. Feb: 42%. Mar: 48%. Apr: 51%. May: 56%. Jun: 67%. Jul: 85%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 79%. Oct: 57%. Nov: 47%. Dec: 42%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 10 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 24°C | Mar · 24°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 10°C | Sep · 11°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 444 mm | Aug · 358 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 11 km/h | May · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April best
Excellent May
Good June
Good July
Wet August
Wet September
Good October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 22°C / 11°C | 21°C / 9°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 23°C / 13°C | 22°C / 11°C | 4days (19 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 24°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 8days (46 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 24°C / 14°C | 23°C / 13°C | 10days (82 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 23°C / 13°C | 22°C / 12°C | 7days (63 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 22°C / 12°C | 21°C / 11°C | 12days (68 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 19°C / 11°C | 20°C / 11°C | 28days (339 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 85% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 18°C / 11°C | 20°C / 11°C | 28days (358 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 19°C / 11°C | 20°C / 10°C | 16days (84 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 79% Humid | 9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 20°C / 12°C | 20°C / 11°C | 2days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 21°C / 12°C | 20°C / 10°C | 2days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 22°C / 11°C | 20°C / 9°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bichena are January, February, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bichena, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bichena is March, with average daytime highs of 24°C (75°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bichena is September, with average overnight lows of 11°C (51°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bichena is August, averaging 358mm of precipitation across 28 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bichena runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Bichena.
Bichena receives approximately 125 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bichena.
The least favorable months to visit Bichena are July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Bichena is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bichena is 58%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bichena are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 21 mph).
Bichena averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 47%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Bichena is 8°C (46°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Bichena has a Subtropical Highland climate, classified as Cwb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Bichena ranges from 11°C (52°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
July is not the best time to visit Bichena, with a climate score of 5.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For July in Bichena, pack Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. With average highs of 19°C (66°F) and 28 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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