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Adwa, Ethiopia
Tigray · Ethiopia
Adwa is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 85,600. Elevation: 6,217 ft (1,895 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Adwa
Adwa is a town and separate woreda in Tigray Region, Ethiopia. It is best known as the community closest to the site of the 1896 Battle of Adwa, in which Ethiopian soldiers defeated Italian troops, thus being one of the few African nations to directly thwart European colonialism. Located in the Central Zone of the Tigray Region, Adwa has a longitude and latitude of 14°10′N 38°54′E, and an elevation of 1907 meters. Adwa is surrounded by Adwa woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 85,600 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,217 ft (1,895 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.1635°, 38.8992° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Tigray |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Adwa
Adwa is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Tigray) with a population of 85,600. The city sits at an elevation of 6,217 feet (1,895 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Adwa
Adwa has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (25°C), the coldest is Dec (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1018 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,217 ft (1,895 m) |
| Area | 4,430.5 sq mi (11,474.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.1635°N, 38.8992°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alid (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Alid | Stratovolcano | 904 m (2,966 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Gada Ale | Stratovolcano | 287 m (942 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Alu-Dalafilla | Fissure vent(s) | 578 m (1,896 ft) | 2008 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Adwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 63°F in December to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.2").
Museums in Adwa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| New Spritual Museum, Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion | ||||
| Old Museum, Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion |
Libraries in Adwa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Foundation Liberary | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Adwa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aksum Market | |||||
| Maheber Dego Market/Town Square |
Hotels in Adwa
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Adwa
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Adwa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Adwa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Adwa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Adwa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Adwa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Axum Airport | AXU | Medium Airport |
| Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport | MQX | Medium Airport |
| Adi Keyh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shire Inda Selassie Airport | SHC | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Adwa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adwa Central Mosque | |
| Enda Medhanealem Adwa Church | |
| Gebriel Church | |
| Selassie Church |
Quick Facts
Around Adwa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Adwa
9 places within 15 km
- • saba stone
- • Aba Gerima Terara
- • Ma'īla YeTerara Ch'af
- • Monte Sulloda
- • Morer Terara
- • Ra'Ayo Terara
- + 3 more
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adwa
What is the population of Adwa?
Adwa has a population of 85,600 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 4,430.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Adwa?
Adwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.