April · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Gondar in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gondar in April
Average temperature 23°C, 139 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 42% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.1/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 42%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Gondar scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Gondar was Ethiopia's imperial capital, with castle compounds, painted churches and the Simien Mountains beyond.
April in Gondar — workable with trade-offs
April averages 23°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 139 mm — wet for this destination — but about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.1/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gondar in April?
- In April, Gondar averages 23°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Gondar?
- April earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gondar in April?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 42% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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