What to pack for Addis Ababa in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 54%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Addis Ababa: October–March. See the full best time to visit Addis Ababa guide.
Addis Ababa in January: the details
In January, Addis Ababa sees average daytime highs of 22°C (71°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Rainfall totals roughly 6 mm across 1.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.9 hours per day with 11.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 54%.
In context: January is the 5th-warmest month and the 11th-wettest in Addis Ababa. The sunniest month is October (11.2 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22°C / 71°F |
| Overnight low | 8°C / 47°F |
| Rainfall | 6 mm over 1.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.9 h/day (11.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 54% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (9.02, 38.75) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Addis Ababa in January?
Daytime highs in Addis Ababa in January average 22°C (71°F); nights drop to about 8°C.
Does it rain in Addis Ababa in January?
Expect around 1.3 rainy days and 6 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
January is one of the best months to visit Addis Ababa. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are October–March.
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