Why do some people describe Ethiopia as thirteen monthes of sun shine?

Some people describe Ethiopia as "thirteen months of sunshine" because the country follows a unique calendar system known as the Ethiopian calendar. This calendar consists of 13 months, with 12 months having 30 days each and a 13th month having either 5 or 6 days, depending on whether it is a leap year.

Due to Ethiopia's location near the equator, the country experiences relatively consistent and sunny weather throughout the year. This consistent sunshine has led to the nickname "thirteen months of sunshine" as a way to highlight the country's pleasant climate and abundance of sunlight.