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Bako, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Bako is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 34,100. Elevation: 4,596 ft (1,401 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bako
Bako Gazer is one of the woredas in the South Ethiopia Regional State. It is also called Southern Aari as it is part of the homeland of Aari people. Part of the Debub Omo Zone, Bako Gazer is bordered on the south by Bena Tsemay, on the west by the Mago River which separates it from Selamago, on the north by the Basketo special woreda and Gelila, on the northeast by the Gamo Gofa Zone, and on the east by Male. The administrative center of this woreda is Tolta; other town in Bako Gazer include Wub Hamer. Gelila and Male woredas were separated from Bako Gazer.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,100 |
| Population Density | 9,913 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,596 ft (1,401 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7833°, 36.5667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.6 inches (1,335 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bako
Bako is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 34,100. The city sits at an elevation of 4,596 feet (1,401 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bako
Bako has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1581 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,596 ft (1,401 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,913/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7833°N, 36.5667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Korath Range (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Korath Range | Tuff cone(s) | 912 m (2,992 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Bako has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 68°F in July to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (1.5").
Schools in Bako
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Neri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Bako
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bako
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bako
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bako
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bako
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bako
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jinka Airport | BCO | Medium Airport |
| Baco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kibbish Wells Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokwor Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bako
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 120 Kale Hewet Church | |
| 120 KHC | |
| Alga Kale Hewet Church | |
| Bata Le Mariam | |
| Delti Kale Hewet Church | |
| Jinka Assemble of GoD | |
| Jinka Assemble of GoD Church | |
| Jinka Baptist Church | |
| Jinka Mekane Eyesus | |
| Jinka MKC | |
| JInka Mulu Wengel Church | |
| Ketema KHC | |
| Medhaniyalem Church | |
| Neri Mariyam Church | |
| Police Sefer KHC | |
| Tenadam Kale Hewet Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bako
What is the population of Bako?
Bako has a population of 34,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 9,913 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bako?
Bako enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches.