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Āreka, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Āreka is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 84,500. Elevation: 5,699 ft (1,737 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Āreka
Areka is a city in southern Ethiopia. Located in some 300 kilo meters southwest of the capital, Addis Ababa. This city has a latitude and longitude of 7°04′N 37°41′E and an elevation of 1774 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Boloso Sore district.
People
Climate
| Population | 84,500 |
| Population Density | 14,721 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,699 ft (1,737 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.0667°, 37.7000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,369 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Āreka
Āreka is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 84,500. The city sits at an elevation of 5,699 feet (1,737 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Āreka
Āreka has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1739 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,699 ft (1,737 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,721/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.0667°N, 37.7000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 143 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
Āreka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (0.7").
Schools in Āreka
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fana primary school | - | - | - | - |
| kindergartern school | - | - | - | - |
| secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Adventist School | - | - | - | - |
| MewaeleHitsanat Kindergarten | - | - | - | - |
| Dubbo our lady St Marry school | - | - | - | - |
| Waddu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Areka Secondary & Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Goh school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Āreka
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Āreka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Areka Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wima library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Āreka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achura Market | |||||
| Areka Market | |||||
| Beret tera | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market |
Hotels in Āreka
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Āreka
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Āreka
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Āreka
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Āreka
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Āreka
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Āreka
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Āreka
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Āreka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Āreka
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Āreka
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Areka Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Āreka
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Areka Jehovah's witnessess | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Hawariat church | |
| kalehiwot church | |
| Kidanemeheret Church | |
| Ledeta | |
| Lideta Lemariam Church | |
| Mesjid | |
| St Giorgis church | |
| St Micheal church | |
| Temkete Bahr | |
| ዩካራ አረካ |
Quick Facts
Around Āreka
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇪🇹 About Ethiopia
Frequently Asked Questions About Āreka
What is the population of Āreka?
Āreka has a population of 84,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 14,721 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Āreka?
Āreka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.