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Abomsa, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Abomsa is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 30,400. Elevation: 4,265 ft (1,300 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Abomsa
Abomsa is a town in central Ethiopia; Located in the Arsi Zone of the Oromia Region, the town has a latitude and longitude of 8°35′N 39°51′E and an altitude of 1438 meters. It is the administrative center of Merti woreda. Prior to 1995, it was the capital of Arba Gugu awrajja.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,400 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9833°, 39.9833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Abomsa
Abomsa is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 30,400. The city sits at an elevation of 4,265 feet (1,300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Abomsa
Abomsa has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.4°C), the coldest is Dec (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1194 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Area | 8,906.3 sq mi (23,067.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9833°N, 39.9833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 112 km |
| Kone | Caldera(s) | 1,380 m (4,528 ft) | 1820 | 137 km |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
Abomsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 66°F in December to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Abomsa
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahadu Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Ethio FM 107.8 | public radio | MP3 | |
| fm addis 97.1 | - | MP3 |
Train Stations in Abomsa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abomsa
What is the population of Abomsa?
Abomsa has a population of 30,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 8,906.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Abomsa?
Abomsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.