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Adi Keyh, Eritrea

Debub · Eritrea

Adi Keyh is a small city in Debub, Eritrea with a population of 13,061. Elevation: 7,844 ft (2,391 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

13,061 Population 4/sq mi density
7,844 ft Elevation 2,391 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
23.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Asmara Timezone

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About Adi Keyh

Adi Keyh

Adi Keyh, is a market town in Eritrea, lying approximatively 110 kilometers southeast of Asmara. It lies almost 2,500 metres above sea level and has a population of around 40,000 people. They speak Tigrinya and Saho. The ruins of Qohaito and Toconda lie near the town. Eritrea's College of Science and Arts, which cost $17 million to construct, is located in Adi Keih.

People

Population13,061
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation7,844 ft (2,391 m)
Population13,061
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation7,844 ft (2,391 m)
Coordinates14.8444°, 39.3772°
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara
Country🇪🇷 Eritrea
State / ProvinceDebub
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation23.1 inches (586 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Adi Keyh

Adi Keyh is a small city in Eritrea (Debub) with a population of 13,061. The city sits at an elevation of 7,844 feet (2,391 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.

Climate in Adi Keyh

Adi Keyh has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jun (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 638 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19°C / 66°F 10.6° / 30.1° 28.7
Feb 20°C / 68°F 11.7° / 31.7° 40.9
Mar 21.9°C / 71°F 12.8° / 34.4° 20.7
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 15.2° / 35.3° 70.9
May 25.3°C / 78°F 17.2° / 35.3° 44.9
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 19° / 35.6° 34.4
Jul 24.1°C / 75°F 18.4° / 33.3° 126.7
Aug 23°C / 73°F 17.7° / 31.9° 119.7
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 17.7° / 32.2° 36.7
Oct 21.9°C / 71°F 14.8° / 31° 51.4
Nov 20.8°C / 69°F 12.6° / 30.5° 23.5
Dec 19.2°C / 67°F 11.4° / 29.4° 39.3
Adi Keyh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 294 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,844 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above Eritrea avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,844 ft (2,391 m)
Area3,702.2 sq mi (9,588.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates14.8444°N, 39.3772°W
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.1"
39% below Eritrea avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 3, 2025.

Aug 10, 2002 40 km ENE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M5.7 141 km
Aug 1, 2023 Eritrea M5.6 45 km
May 6, 1993 72 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.3 95 km
Mar 2, 2025 52 km ESE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M5.2 96 km
May 10, 1993 81 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.1 98 km
Sep 18, 2013 17 km NW of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 98 km
Apr 28, 2024 30 km ENE of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 108 km
Sep 13, 2023 42 km S of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 44 km
May 13, 1993 79 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 100 km
Aug 8, 2002 59 km ENE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M4.9 149 km
Apr 10, 2006 58 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 70 km
Mar 25, 2011 45 km SE of Massawa, Eritrea M4.8 63 km
May 11, 1993 88 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 100 km
May 2, 1993 76 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 83 km
Aug 2, 2023 33 km ENE of Dek’emhāre, Eritrea M4.8 35 km
Jun 4, 2023 53 km ENE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M4.7 64 km
Aug 2, 2023 34 km ENE of Dek’emhāre, Eritrea M4.7 42 km
Apr 27, 2024 26 km NE of Massawa, Eritrea M4.7 110 km
May 3, 1993 73 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 95 km
May 2, 1993 72 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1884 OFFSHORE MASSAWA Earthquake 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alid (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Alid Stratovolcano 904 m (2,966 ft) Unknown 59 km
Gada Ale Stratovolcano 287 m (942 ft) Unknown 147 km
Alu-Dalafilla Fissure vent(s) 578 m (1,896 ft) 2008 172 km
Erta Ale Shield 613 m (2,011 ft) 2020 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 5.8 in Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in
September 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
October 65°F (19°C) 0.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in Coldest

Adi Keyh has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 61°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Adi Keyh

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Adi Keyh College of Arts and Social Sciences campus
Adi-keih Secondary School
Ascola Habesha Elementary School
Santa Anna Elementary and Junior School
Fikrin Selamin Elementary School
Mia Mehaza Elementary and Junior School
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Radio Stations near Adi Keyh

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Adi Keyh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Adi Keyh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animals Market
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Hotels in Adi Keyh

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adi Keyh Hotel
Bar Eritrea
Bar Natsinet
Fana hotel
Garden Hotel
Hotel Senafe
Mercury Hotel
Merkeb Hotel
Sahel Hotel
Samrawit Hotel

Restaurants in Adi Keyh

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kokob Tsibah Restaurant
recreation center

Cafes in Adi Keyh

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

cafe momona
Midre genet Cafe
Ruba Hadas Cafe
school cafe

Castles in Adi Keyh

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forto cadorna
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Bus Stations in Adi Keyh

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Gas Stations in Adi Keyh

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ER #633762596
ER #633769824
ER #634063606
Gas Station
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Airports Near Adi Keyh

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asmara International AirportASMLarge Airport
Axum AirportAXUMedium Airport
Adi Keyh AirfieldSmall Airport
Gura AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Adi Keyh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
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Churches & Religious Organizations in Adi Keyh

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Medhanie Alem Catholic Church
Mosque
St. George Othodox Church
St. George Othodox Church
St. Teklehaimanot Orthodox Church
المسجد المركزي عدي قيح
مسجد عدي قيح
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Asmara
Elevation
2,393 m (7,851 ft)

🇪🇷 About Eritrea

Capital Asmara
Population 6,209,262
Area 121,320 km²
GDP per capita $689
HDI 0.503
Life expectancy 68.6 years
Internet users 20.0%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency ERN (Nakfa)
Languages Arabic, English, Tigrinya
Calling code +291
TLD .er
Driving side right

Volcanoes Near Adi Keyh

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Alid Stratovolcano 904 m

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adi Keyh

What is the population of Adi Keyh?

Adi Keyh has a population of 13,061 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,702.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Adi Keyh?

Adi Keyh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches.

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