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Bale Hawassa, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Bale Hawassa is a mid-size city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 31,765. Elevation: 4,065 ft (1,239 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Bale Hawassa
Bale Hawassa (Wolayttattuwa: Bale Hawaasa) or in short Bale is a city in Wolayita Zone of South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia. The city is one of eleven city administrations in Wolaita Zone. It is administrative capital of Kindo Koysha district of Wolayita Zone, Ethiopia. Bale is located about 400 km away from Addis Ababa to the south on the path Addis-Butajira-Sodo and 38 km westward from Sodo, the capital of Wolaita Zone. The city has an average elevation 1500 meter above sea level. Bale Hawassa lies between 6°55'05" North, and 37°31'55" East.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,765 |
| Population Density | 100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,065 ft (1,239 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.9190°, 37.5290° |
| 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 | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,368 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bale Hawassa
Bale Hawassa is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 31,765. The city sits at an elevation of 4,065 feet (1,239 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bale Hawassa
Bale Hawassa has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1739 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,065 ft (1,239 m) |
| Area | 316.2 sq mi (818.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.9190°N, 37.5290°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (100 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
Bale Hawassa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (0.7").
Libraries in Bale Hawassa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Areka Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bale Hawassa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achura Market | |||||
| Areka Market | |||||
| Beret tera | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market |
Clinics in Bale Hawassa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bale Hawassa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bale Hawassa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jimma Airport | JIM | Medium Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bale Hawassa?
Bale Hawassa has a population of 31,765 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 316.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bale Hawassa?
Bale Hawassa 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 66°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.