Ma Alalta
Volcano Volcanic massif in northeastern Ethiopia
Ma Alalta is a mountain/volcanic feature located in northeastern Ethiopia. It forms part of the upland and rift-influenced terrain of that region.
The landform is volcanic in origin and presents the rugged topography typical of Ethiopia’s rift and Afar margin. It is a remote natural feature rather than a developed visitor attraction.
The peak and its surrounding slopes have been shaped by volcanic and tectonic processes active in the region over geological time. There is no record here of permanent settlement or major built structures on the feature.
Geographically Ma Alalta lies in northeastern Ethiopia at the coordinates given in the record.
Best Time to Visit Ma Alalta #
For Ma Alalta and nearby arid country, visit in the cooler dry months (roughly November-February) when temperatures are most manageable.
Weather & Climate near Ma Alalta #
Ma Alalta's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (625 mm/year).
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and clear sunny skies.
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