July · Ethiopia
Best time to visit Lalibela in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lalibela in July
Average temperature 18°C, 336 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 336 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Lalibela scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 18°C, 336 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lalibela in northern Ethiopia is known for its medieval churches carved downwards into solid rock.
July in Lalibela — middling scores, decent value
Temperatures hover around 18°C (65°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 336 mm, but with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Lalibela — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lalibela in July?
- In July, Lalibela averages 18°C, 336 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Lalibela?
- July earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lalibela in July?
- Expect about 336 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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