Bahir Dar weather
At 1:45 AM local time it was clear and 16°C (60°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Oct–Apr. Bahir Dar sits 1795 m (5,889 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Bahir Dar, Amhara, Ethiopia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 2%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–AprOff season Jul–Aug
About Bahir Dar weather
Is it raining in Bahir Dar right now?
No. It’s clear and 16° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Bahir Dar this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–28° and lows of 14–16°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Bahir Dar lately?
In the past 7 days, Bahir Dar had 1 rainy day and 7.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bahir Dar?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Bahir Dar weather by month
When is the best time to visit Bahir Dar?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Bahir Dar is Oct–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 21°C (69°F) in August to 29°C (85°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Bahir Dar?
July is the wettest month, with about 394 mm (15.5 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 4 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Bahir Dar?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 21°C (69°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F).
Does Bahir Dar have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months