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Asaita, Ethiopia
Āfar · Ethiopia
Asaita is a mid-size city in Āfar, Ethiopia with a population of 39,400. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Asaita
Asaita (Amharic: አሳይታ, Asayəta; Afar: Aysaqiita), known historically as Aussa (Awsa), is a town in northeastern Ethiopia, and until 2007 served as the capital of the Afar Region of Ethiopia. Located in the Afambo woreda, part of the region's Awsi Rasu zone, the town has a latitude and longitude of 11°34′N 41°26′E and an elevation of 300 metres (980 ft).
People
Climate
| Population | 39,400 |
| Population Density | 2,033 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5684°, 41.4387° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Āfar |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.0 inches (153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Asaita
Asaita is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Āfar) with a population of 39,400. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Asaita
Asaita has an average annual temperature of 29.7°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.6°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.1°F |
| 54% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 19.4 sq mi (50.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,033/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5684°N, 41.4387°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dama Ali (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dama Ali | Shield | 1,068 m (3,504 ft) | 1631 | 38 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 95 km |
| Ardoukoba | Fissure vent(s) | 298 m (978 ft) | 1978 | 112 km |
| Manda-Inakir | Fissure vent(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 1928 | 123 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 155 km |
| Gufa | Volcanic field | 600 m (1,969 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 174 km |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Afdera | Stratovolcano | 1,250 m (4,101 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Assab Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 987 m (3,238 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Borawli | Stratovolcano | 784 m (2,572 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Asaita has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 75°F in January to 92°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.6") and December the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Asaita
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Asaita
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Asaita
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Asaita
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Semera Airport | SZE | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Asaita
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asaita
What is the population of Asaita?
Asaita has a population of 39,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 2,033 people per square mile, spread across 19.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Asaita?
Asaita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.0 inches.