Bako weather
At 2:30 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 18°C (65°F). Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Bako sits 1398 m (4,587 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 Bako, South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 57%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Apr–May
About Bako weather
Is it raining in Bako right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 18° right now. Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Bako this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–29° and lows of 17–18°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Bako lately?
In the past 7 days, Bako had 6 rainy days and 49.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bako?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Bako weather by month
When is the best time to visit Bako?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Bako is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 24°C (76°F) in June to 32°C (90°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Bako?
April is the wettest month, with about 205 mm (8.1 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 23 mm (0.9 in).
What is the hottest month in Bako?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 19°C (65°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 24°C (76°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F).
Does Bako have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–May is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Feb 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