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Babīlē, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Babīlē is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 36,700. Elevation: 5,489 ft (1,673 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Babīlē
Babile is a town located in East Hararghe, Oromia. It is the administrative center of Babille woreda, and the woreda's largest town. Babille is known for its mineral water and nearby elephant sanctuary.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,700 |
| Population Density | 117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,489 ft (1,673 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2256°, 42.3322° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (655 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Babīlē
Babīlē is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 36,700. The city sits at an elevation of 5,489 feet (1,673 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Babīlē
Babīlē has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Mar (24.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,489 ft (1,673 m) |
| Area | 314.3 sq mi (814.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2256°N, 42.3322°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (189 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Babīlē has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 68°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Babīlē
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koloji IDP Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Babīlē
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur-Rimbaud-Museum | ||||
| Harar cultural museum | ||||
| Harari Community Museum | ||||
| selam motel | ||||
| Sherif Harar City Museum |
Farmers Markets in Babīlē
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camel market | |||||
| Dus Magala | |||||
| Gidir Magala | |||||
| Gidir Megala | |||||
| jaldhaaba | |||||
| Shoa Incense Market |
Hotels in Babīlē
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Babīlē
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Babīlē
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Babīlē
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Babīlē
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | DIR | Large Airport |
| Gerad Wilwal International Airport | JIJ | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Babīlē
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 바빌레 풀가스팰교회 |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Babīlē
What is the population of Babīlē?
Babīlē has a population of 36,700 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Babīlē?
Babīlē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.