Lalibela weather in January
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Lalibela. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
22°C
Average low
9°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, November, December
What to do in Lalibela in January
Whatever the weather, Lalibela rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Tour all 11 rock churches over two days
Witness morning prayers in ancient stone chambers
Visit the carved baptismal pools
Hike to distant churches like Debre Sina
Sleep in stone lodges within the valley
Photograph the churches at dawn light
What to pack for January
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January (you are here)
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
April
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
May
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
June
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
July
19C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
August
18C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
September
19C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
October
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
November
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
December
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
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