East Zway

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East Zway essentials

Country: Ethiopia
Driest months: Nov-Jan
Pay in: Birr (Br)
Language: Amharic, Oromo, Somali
Emergency: 91

East Zway at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit East Zway

Best visited in the dry season for calmer conditions on the lake and easier boat travel.

Dry Season
October-February · 60-85°F (16-29°C)
Clear skies and comfortable temperatures; lake levels are lower and birds concentrate along the shore.
Short Rains
March-May · 65-85°F (18-29°C)
Greener landscape and active birdlife, but occasional heavy showers may disrupt small-boat trips.

Weather & Climate near East Zway

Climate

East Zway's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (793 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 87 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
DecemberNovemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 9° - 27° 18° 17 mm mostly sunny 46% 1.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.6h
February Excellent 11° - 28° 19° 42 mm mostly sunny 43% 1.4 m/s 2.7 extreme 11.8h
March Excellent 12° - 28° 20° 63 mm some cloud 48% 1.6 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 13° - 27° 20° 74 mm partly cloudy 59% 1.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.2h
May Very Good 12° - 27° 20° 77 mm partly cloudy 62% 1.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.3h
June Very Good 13° - 27° 20° 79 mm partly cloudy 69% 1.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.4h
July Good 13° - 25° 19° 142 mm overcast 77% 1.5 m/s 2.0 very high 12.4h
August Good 13° - 25° 19° 143 mm overcast 79% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
September Very Good 12° - 25° 19° 99 mm overcast 75% 1.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
October Excellent 11° - 26° 19° 37 mm some cloud 66% 1.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 11.8h
November Ideal 10° - 27° 18° 14 mm mostly sunny 59% 1.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.7h
December Ideal 8° - 26° 17° 6 mm mostly sunny 53% 1.3 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to East Zway

East Zway is accessed from the town of Ziway (also spelled Zeway), roughly 160 km south of Addis Ababa. From Addis Ababa, drive south on the A7/A3 via Adama; the trip by road takes approximately 2.5-4 hours depending on traffic and stops. Local minibuses and private taxis serve Ziway from Addis Ababa bus stations.

Tips for Visiting East Zway

  • If visiting Lake Ziway (Zeway), arrange a local guide who knows landing spots and birding hides along the eastern shores.
  • Respect local fishing communities; areas around East Zway are used for nets and boats, so ask before photographing fishermen.
  • Early morning is best for birdwatching - the lake draws pelicans, cormorants, and many waterfowl at dawn.