Mat Ala

Volcano

Mat Ala
13.1031, 41.1619

How to Get to Mat Ala #

Access is by regional roads from larger Ethiopian towns; overland travel requires a reliable vehicle and local guidance. Confirm routes and security conditions with regional authorities before travel.

Tips for Visiting Mat Ala #

  • Mat Ala is in a remote part of Ethiopia - coordinate travel plans with regional authorities and experienced local guides.
  • Expect rugged conditions and limited facilities; arrange supplies and accommodation in advance in the nearest towns.
  • Respect local customs and ask permission before photographing people or private property.

Best Time to Visit Mat Ala #

Best visited in the dry season when overland travel is more reliable.

Dry season
October-February ·
Easier travel on roads and clearer skies for moving between sites.
Rainy season
June-September ·
Heavy rains can make tracks impassable; plan accordingly.

Weather & Climate near Mat Ala #

Climate

Mat Ala's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 20°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 34°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
25° 36°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.

85 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
26° 37°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 26°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
26° 38°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C. The wettest month with 42 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
25° 37°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
25° 36°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 34°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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