Spatiotemporal variability and trends in rainfall and temperature in the central highlands of Ethiopia

Key Points

• Rainfall and temperature trends show significant variability across the central highlands.
• Mean annual rainfall decreased by approximately 20% over the past three decades, impacting agriculture.
• Observational analysis reveals clear trends in climate data from 1990 to 2020, highlighting regional changes.
• Findings underscore the need for climate adaptation strategies due to ongoing environmental shifts.