Sendafa, Ethiopia experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Sendafa, Ethiopia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sendafa, Ethiopia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.9/10
Best: January, February, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 21°C / 9°C
Feels Like 20°C / 8°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 177 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 68%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 9°C
Hottest Month
22°C
March
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 12 days
Coldest Month
7°C
December
Avg High 21°C
Rain 1 days
Driest Month
1 days
December
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 7°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
February (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:12
Daylight 12.6h
Sunset 18:48
Live conditions —
Sendafa on the map · live conditions
Sendafa, Ethiopia
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ethiopia
- City
- Sendafa
- Population
- 25.5K
- Coordinates
- 9.15°, 39.02°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 2 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: 21°C / 7°C . Feb: 22°C / 9°C . Mar: 22°C / 11°C . Apr: 22°C / 11°C . May: 22°C / 11°C . Jun: 21°C / 10°C . Jul: 19°C / 11°C . Aug: 19°C / 10°C . Sep: 19°C / 10°C . Oct: 20°C / 8°C . Nov: 20°C / 8°C . Dec: 21°C / 7°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 9 mm. Feb: 22 mm. Mar: 94 mm. Apr: 197 mm. May: 188 mm. Jun: 254 mm. Jul: 443 mm. Aug: 462 mm. Sep: 371 mm. Oct: 69 mm. Nov: 14 mm. Dec: 3 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 55%. Feb: 54%. Mar: 57%. Apr: 65%. May: 67%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 87%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 65%. Nov: 58%. Dec: 57%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 12 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. 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 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. 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 is trending drier by about 40 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 23°C | Mar · 22°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 7°C | Dec · 7°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 473 mm | Aug · 462 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 15 km/h | Feb · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 21°C / 7°C | 20°C / 5°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 22°C / 9°C | 21°C / 7°C | 4days (22 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 22°C / 11°C | 22°C / 9°C | 12days (94 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 22°C / 11°C | 22°C / 10°C | 16days (197 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 22°C / 11°C | 21°C / 10°C | 14days (188 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 21°C / 10°C | 21°C / 9°C | 19days (254 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 19°C / 11°C | 20°C / 10°C | 31days (443 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 19°C / 10°C | 20°C / 10°C | 31days (462 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 19°C / 10°C | 20°C / 9°C | 26days (371 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 20°C / 8°C | 19°C / 7°C | 7days (69 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 20°C / 8°C | 19°C / 6°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 21°C / 7°C | 19°C / 5°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sendafa are January, February, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sendafa, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sendafa is March, with average daytime highs of 22°C (72°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sendafa is December, with average overnight lows of 7°C (45°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Sendafa is August, averaging 462mm of precipitation across 31 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Sendafa runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Sendafa.
Sendafa receives approximately 125 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Sendafa.
The least favorable months to visit Sendafa are June, July, August, September, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Sendafa is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Sendafa is 68%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Sendafa are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Sendafa averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Sendafa is 9°C (48°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Sendafa 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 Sendafa ranges from 8°C (46°F) to 20°C (68°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 Sendafa, with a climate score of 5.6/10. Consider visiting during January, February, November, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Sendafa, pack Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. With average highs of 19°C (66°F) and 31 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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