Korem, Ethiopia experiences average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Korem, Ethiopia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Korem, 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
7.9/10
Best: May, September, October, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 22°C / 11°C
Feels Like 21°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 68 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 57%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 8°C
Hottest Month
25°C
June
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 9 days
Coldest Month
10°C
January
Avg High 20°C
Rain 5 days
Driest Month
2 days
October
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 12°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
October (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:48
Live conditions —
Korem on the map · live conditions
Korem, Ethiopia
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ethiopia
- City
- Korem
- Population
- 35.6K
- Coordinates
- 12.51°, 39.52°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 4 days/mo
3/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 4 days/mo
1/3 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: 20°C / 10°C . Feb: 21°C / 11°C . Mar: 22°C / 12°C . Apr: 23°C / 13°C . May: 24°C / 13°C . Jun: 25°C / 12°C . Jul: 22°C / 12°C . Aug: 21°C / 12°C . Sep: 22°C / 11°C . Oct: 21°C / 12°C . Nov: 21°C / 11°C . Dec: 20°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 19 mm. Feb: 33 mm. Mar: 49 mm. Apr: 72 mm. May: 40 mm. Jun: 53 mm. Jul: 231 mm. Aug: 247 mm. Sep: 47 mm. Oct: 8 mm. Nov: 8 mm. Dec: 9 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 57%. Feb: 58%. Mar: 57%. Apr: 57%. May: 48%. Jun: 46%. Jul: 74%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 60%. Oct: 51%. Nov: 50%. Dec: 54%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. 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 stayed broadly stable 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 | Jun 2025 · 26°C | Jun · 25°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 9°C | Jan · 10°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 315 mm | Aug · 247 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 15 km/h | Oct · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June
Good July
Wet August
Wet September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 10°C | 19°C / 8°C | 5days (19 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 21°C / 11°C | 20°C / 9°C | 6days (33 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 11days (49 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 13days (72 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 24°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 6days (40 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 25°C / 12°C | 24°C / 10°C | 9days (53 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 46% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 22°C / 12°C | 23°C / 11°C | 29days (231 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 74% Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 21°C / 12°C | 23°C / 11°C | 27days (247 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 22°C / 11°C | 22°C / 9°C | 7days (47 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 21°C / 12°C | 20°C / 10°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 21°C / 11°C | 19°C / 9°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 20°C / 10°C | 19°C / 8°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Korem are May, September, October, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Korem, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Korem is June, with average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Korem is January, with average overnight lows of 10°C (49°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Korem is August, averaging 247mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Korem runs through July, August, April, March, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Korem.
Korem receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Korem.
The least favorable months to visit Korem are July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, September, October, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Korem is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Korem is 57%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Korem are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Korem averages 9 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 40%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Korem is 8°C (46°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Korem 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 Korem ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Korem. It earns a climate score of 8/10 with Good.
For June in Korem, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 25°C (77°F) and 9 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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