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Badessa, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Badessa is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 35,294. Elevation: 5,463 ft (1,665 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Badessa
Bedessa is a town and separate district in Wolayita Zone of the South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia. The town is administrative capital of Damot Weyde district of Wolayita Zone, Ethiopia. Bedessa is located about 373 KM away from Addis Ababa to the south on Sodo-Dimtu-Hawassa road, and 21 KM away from Sodo, the capital of Wolaita Zone. The amenities in the town are, 24 hours electricity, pure public water, banks, schools, postal service, telecommunications services and others. The town has a wire bridge which connects the town with other surrounding communities. Bedessa lies between 6°52'58.9"N 37°55'58.5"E.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,294 |
| Population Density | 14,289 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,463 ft (1,665 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8773°, 37.9362° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.4 inches (1,332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Badessa
Badessa is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 35,294. The city sits at an elevation of 5,463 feet (1,665 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Badessa
Badessa has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1838 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,463 ft (1,665 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8773°N, 37.9362°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 136 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Badessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (0.8").
Libraries in Badessa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Areka Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Badessa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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| Areka Market | |||||
| Beret tera | |||||
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Gas Stations in Badessa
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Badessa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Badessa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Badessa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Badessa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Badessa 7th Day Adventist Church | |
| Badessa Aye Kale Hiwot Church | |
| Badessa Beale Wolde Church | |
| Badessa Full Gospel Believers Church | |
| Badessa Hiwot Kale Church | |
| Geeshsha Sillaasiya Woosa Keettaa |
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What is the population of Badessa?
Badessa has a population of 35,294 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 14,289 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Badessa?
Badessa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches.