Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary
National Park Ethiopian sanctuary protecting acacia savanna and wildlife
Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary in southern Ethiopia protects semi-arid savanna and woodlands; visitors come for wildlife surveys, pastoral landscapes and birdwatching.
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How to Get to Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary #
Yabelo town is the usual access point, reached by regional roads from Addis Ababa via Moyale or from Awassa; expect long drives on sealed and unsealed roads. Local guides and regional transport are recommended for safe travel in this remote area.
Best Time to Visit Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary #
Best visited in the dry season (December-February) for more reliable roads and wildlife viewing.
Weather & Climate near Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary #
Yabelo Wildlife Sanctuary's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (638 mm/year).
January
January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 16 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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