Suntu, Ethiopia experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Suntu, Ethiopia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Suntu, Ethiopia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.7/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 25°C / 15°C
Feels Like 28°C / 15°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 195 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 73%
Wind Speed 6 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
28°C
February
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 6 days
Coldest Month
13°C
December
Avg High 26°C
Rain 3 days
Driest Month
2 days
January
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 14°C
Windiest Month
7 km/h
March (Gusts 22)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:55
Live conditions —
Suntu on the map · live conditions
Suntu, Ethiopia
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ethiopia
- City
- Suntu
- Population
- 20.7K
- Coordinates
- 8.10°, 36.95°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 31 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 4 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: 27°C / 14°C . Feb: 28°C / 15°C . Mar: 28°C / 16°C . Apr: 27°C / 16°C . May: 25°C / 15°C . Jun: 24°C / 15°C . Jul: 22°C / 15°C . Aug: 23°C / 15°C . Sep: 23°C / 14°C . Oct: 24°C / 14°C . Nov: 25°C / 14°C . Dec: 26°C / 13°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 13 mm. Feb: 36 mm. Mar: 80 mm. Apr: 190 mm. May: 292 mm. Jun: 325 mm. Jul: 362 mm. Aug: 373 mm. Sep: 362 mm. Oct: 223 mm. Nov: 73 mm. Dec: 13 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 53%. Feb: 54%. Mar: 63%. Apr: 73%. May: 82%. Jun: 87%. Jul: 88%. Aug: 88%. Sep: 88%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 66%. Dec: 57%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 6 km/h . Feb: 6 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 6 km/h . Jun: 5 km/h . Jul: 6 km/h . Aug: 6 km/h . Sep: 5 km/h . Oct: 6 km/h . Nov: 6 km/h . Dec: 6 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. 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 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 wetter by about 16 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 29°C | Feb · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 14°C | Dec · 13°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 348 mm | Aug · 373 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 7 km/h | Mar · 7 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February
Excellent March
Good April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 27°C / 14°C | 28°C / 14°C | 2days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 15°C | 29°C / 15°C | 6days (36 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 16°C | 30°C / 16°C | 13days (80 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 16°C | 30°C / 17°C | 20days (190 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 25°C / 15°C | 28°C / 17°C | 26days (292 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 24°C / 15°C | 27°C / 16°C | 30days (325 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 22°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 31days (362 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 23°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 31days (373 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 14°C | 27°C / 15°C | 30days (362 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 24°C / 14°C | 28°C / 15°C | 21days (223 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 14°C | 27°C / 14°C | 8days (73 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 26°C / 13°C | 27°C / 13°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Suntu are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Suntu, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Suntu is February, with average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Suntu is December, with average overnight lows of 13°C (56°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Suntu is August, averaging 373mm of precipitation across 31 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Suntu runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Suntu.
Suntu receives approximately 119 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Suntu.
The least favorable months to visit Suntu are May, June, July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Suntu is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Suntu is 73%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Suntu are 6 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 7 km/h (4 mph) (gusts up to 22 km/h / 14 mph).
Suntu averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 64%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Suntu is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Suntu has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Suntu ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 28°C (82°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
July is not the best time to visit Suntu, with a climate score of 6.6/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Suntu, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 22°C (72°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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