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Alamata, Ethiopia
Tigray · Ethiopia
Alamata is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 70,400. Elevation: 5,098 ft (1,554 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alamata
Alamata is a town in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia. Located in the Debubawi (Southern) zone of Tigray it has a latitude and longitude of 12°25′N 39°33′E and an elevation of 1,520 metres (4,990 ft) above sea level and is located along Ethiopian Highway 2. It is surrounded by Alamata woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 70,400 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,098 ft (1,554 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4160°, 39.5597° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Tigray |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (798 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alamata
Alamata is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Tigray) with a population of 70,400. The city sits at an elevation of 5,098 feet (1,554 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Alamata
Alamata has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jun (21.3°C), the coldest is Dec (15.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 980 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,098 ft (1,554 m) |
| Area | 4,209.9 sq mi (10,903.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4160°N, 39.5597°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 102 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 122 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 140 km |
| Afdera | Stratovolcano | 1,250 m (4,101 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Ale Bagu | Stratovolcano | 988 m (3,241 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Erta Ale | Shield | 613 m (2,011 ft) | 2020 | 178 km |
| Borawli | Stratovolcano | 784 m (2,572 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Alu-Dalafilla | Fissure vent(s) | 578 m (1,896 ft) | 2008 | 187 km |
| Gada Ale | Stratovolcano | 287 m (942 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
Alamata has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in December to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (0.4").
Restaurants in Alamata
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alamata
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Alamata
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alamata
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alamata
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alamata
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lalibela Airport | LLI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alamata
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aba Kiros | |
| Gorda Abo Bete Kristiyan |
Quick Facts
Around Alamata
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Alamata?
Alamata has a population of 70,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 4,209.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alamata?
Alamata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.