December · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Addis Ababa in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Addis Ababa in December
Average temperature 14°C, 9 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Addis Ababa scores 9.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 14°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Addis Ababa sits high in the Ethiopian highlands, with museums, coffee ceremonies, and Africa's diplomatic quarter.
December is one of the strongest months in Addis Ababa (2nd)
Temperatures hover around 14°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 9 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Addis Ababa at 9.7/10 (2nd of 12), just behind January at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Addis Ababa in December?
- In December, Addis Ababa averages 14°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
- December earns a 9.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Addis Ababa in December?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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