Raqo, Ethiopia experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Raqo, Ethiopia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Raqo, Ethiopia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.7/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 33°C / 22°C
Feels Like 33°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 15 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 52%
Wind Speed 24 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
35°C
March
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 2 days
Coldest Month
19°C
January
Avg High 33°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
January
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 19°C
Windiest Month
35 km/h
July (Gusts 63)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, October due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:49
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:16
Live conditions —
Raqo on the map · live conditions
Raqo, Ethiopia
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ethiopia
- City
- Raqo
- Population
- 25.1K
- Coordinates
- 6.42°, 45.85°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 4 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 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: 33°C / 19°C . Feb: 34°C / 20°C . Mar: 35°C / 22°C . Apr: 34°C / 23°C . May: 33°C / 24°C . Jun: 33°C / 24°C . Jul: 32°C / 23°C . Aug: 33°C / 23°C . Sep: 34°C / 23°C . Oct: 33°C / 23°C . Nov: 32°C / 21°C . Dec: 33°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 9 mm. Apr: 56 mm. May: 38 mm. Jun: 1 mm. Jul: 2 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 5 mm. Oct: 32 mm. Nov: 37 mm. Dec: 4 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 48%. Feb: 48%. Mar: 51%. Apr: 59%. May: 59%. Jun: 47%. Jul: 47%. Aug: 46%. Sep: 46%. Oct: 58%. Nov: 60%. Dec: 50%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 21 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 23 km/h . Jun: 33 km/h . Jul: 35 km/h . Aug: 33 km/h . Sep: 27 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 10. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
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 | Mar 2025 · 35°C | Mar · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 19°C | Jan · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 52 mm | Apr · 56 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 36 km/h | Jul · 35 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Fair May
Fair June
Good July
Good August
Good September
Good October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 33°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 34°C / 20°C | 33°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 35°C / 22°C | 35°C / 23°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 9.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 34°C / 23°C | 36°C / 26°C | 9days (56 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 33°C / 24°C | 34°C / 26°C | 6days (38 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 33°C / 24°C | 31°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.1h Good | 47% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 23°C | 29°C / 21°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 8.1h Good | 47% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 23°C | 31°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 46% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 34°C / 23°C | 33°C / 23°C | 0days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 46% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 33°C / 23°C | 35°C / 25°C | 6days (32 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 32°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 5days (37 mm) Good | 10.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 33°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Raqo are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Raqo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Raqo is March, with average daytime highs of 35°C (95°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Raqo is January, with average overnight lows of 19°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Raqo is April, averaging 56mm of precipitation across 9 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Raqo receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Raqo.
The least favorable months to visit Raqo are April, May, October, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Raqo is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Raqo is 52%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Raqo are 24 km/h (15 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 35 km/h (22 mph) (gusts up to 63 km/h / 39 mph).
Raqo averages 8 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 42%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Raqo is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Raqo has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Raqo ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Raqo. It earns a climate score of 8.1/10 with Good.
For July in Raqo, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 32°C (90°F) and 1 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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