February · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Addis Ababa in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Addis Ababa in February
Average temperature 17°C, 37 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 37 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Addis Ababa scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 17°C, 37 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.
February in Addis Ababa — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
February averages 17°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 37 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 daylight hours.
A 9.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Addis Ababa (3rd of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 February?
- In February, Addis Ababa averages 17°C, 37 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Addis Ababa?
- February earns a 9.6/10 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 February?
- Expect about 37 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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