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Āsela, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Āsela is a large city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 139,500. Elevation: 8,012 ft (2,442 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Āsela
Asella is a town in central Ethiopia. Located in the Arsi Zone of the Oromia Region 156 km (97 mi) south from Addis Ababa, this town has a latitude and longitude of 7°57′N 39°7′E, with an elevation of 2,430 meters. Asella hosts an Asella Airport. Asalla was the capital of Arsi Province until that province was demoted to a Zone of Oromia with the adoption of the 1995 Constitution. It retains some administrative functions as the seat of the present Arsi Zone.
People
Climate
| Population | 139,500 |
| Population Density | 21,265 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,012 ft (2,442 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.9500°, 39.1333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.5 inches (952 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Āsela
Āsela is a large city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 139,500. The city sits at an elevation of 8,012 feet (2,442 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Āsela
Āsela has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Mar (17.3°C), the coldest is Dec (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1397 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,012 ft (2,442 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 21,265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9500°N, 39.1333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tullu Moje (23 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 23 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 44 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Kone | Caldera(s) | 1,380 m (4,528 ft) | 1820 | 112 km |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
Āsela has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 58°F in December to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Āsela
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsi University | University | - | , |
| Assela College of Teacher Education | College | - | , |
| Assela College of Teacher Education | College | - | , |
| Kenenisa Bekele Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
| Medical School | University | - | , |
| Rift Valley College | College | - | , |
| School of Agriculture, Arsi University | University | - | , |
Schools in Āsela
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dosha Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Assela Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Chilalo Terara Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ediget Besira (Kebiro) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Limat Behibret | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Āsela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huruta Market / ሁሩታ ገበያ | |||||
| Open Cattle market | |||||
| The main Market |
Hotels in Āsela
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Āsela
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Āsela
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Āsela
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Āsela
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Āsela
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Āsela
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Āsela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Churches & Religious Organizations in Āsela
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asela St. Marry Church | |
| Ethiopian Evangelical Lutheran Church | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kidanemiheret | |
| Lideta | |
| Medhanialem | |
| St Michael |
Explore Near Āsela
Quick Facts
Around Āsela
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Āsela
2 places within 15 km
- • Chilalo
- • Rift valley view
🇪🇹 About Ethiopia
Frequently Asked Questions About Āsela
What is the population of Āsela?
Āsela has a population of 139,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 21,265 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Āsela?
Āsela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.