Ethiopia has a diverse set of four seasons
experienced throughout the year. The Four seasons each long three months.
But based on temperature and rainfall
activity during the entire season, there are three distinct season. The three
seasons are locally known as Bega (October to January), Belg (February to May)
and Kiremt (June to September).
During Bega dry and cold weather
condition prevailed over much of the nation.
Belg is the short rainy season for
northeast, east, central and southern highland while, main rainy season for
south and southeast portions.
Kiremt is main rainy season across
much of the Ethiopia except south and southeast of the country.
The seasonal climate outlook issued
for each season in the early month of the season.
Here we discuss the four seasons
based on the length of three months.
It is referred to as Meher or Kiremt
and is experienced in June through August.
During this time, Ethiopians enjoy
the monsoon summer season characterized by heavy rainfalls.
These months are considered the
coldest months of the year, and it is advisable to carry warm clothes and lots
of layers if you have a plan to visit during these specific months.
However, visitors and tourists can as
well enjoy some few hours of sunshine during the day, especially in the
morning.