Weather & Climate in Bichena, Ethiopia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bichena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,346 feet.
Temperature
63°F Jan (17°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,346 ft (2,544 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.4500°N, 38.2000°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| Jun 20, 2014 | 56 km WNW of Were ?lu, Ethiopia | M4.2 | 85 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 10.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Bichena has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in August to 67°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (0.3").