Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands
Churches carved downward out of solid rock instead of built upward, coffee served the way it was invented, ceremonially and three cups deep, and highlands cool enough to need a jumper on the equator.
The best time to visit Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands is Oct–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F). Local time there is 09:54 (UTC+3).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 23°C · rain 5mm · 11.7h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Addis Ababa, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 5mm0.2in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| February | 24°C75°F | 9mm0.4in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| March | 24°C75°F | 54mm2.1in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 24°C74°F | 111mm4.4in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| May | 24°C74°F | 98mm3.9in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| June | 22°C71°F | 124mm4.9in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| July | 20°C67°F | 285mm11.2in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| August | 20°C68°F | 252mm9.9in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| September | 20°C68°F | 185mm7.3in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 21°C71°F | 41mm1.6in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| November | 22°C72°F | 8mm0.3in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| December | 22°C72°F | 3mm0.1in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
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- Amharic
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When is the best time to visit Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands?
The best time to visit Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands is Oct–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F).
How warm does Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands get?
Typical daytime highs in Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands are Mar–May 24°C (75°F), Jun–Aug 20°C (69°F), Sep–Nov 21°C (70°F), Dec–Feb 23°C (73°F).
Is Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands expensive?
On the ground, Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands is cheap.
What sort of trip is Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands good for?
Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands is good for history and culture, bucket-list trips, food and drink, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands?
The wettest month in Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands is July at 285mm (11.2in), the driest December at 3mm (0.1in), with a monthly average of 98mm (3.9in).
What plug do I need for Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands?
Lalibela & the Ethiopian Highlands uses type C, E, F, G, J, L sockets at 220 V.
