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Bedēsa, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Bedēsa is a small city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 24,600. Elevation: 4,449 ft (1,356 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 24,600 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,449 ft (1,356 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8333°, 38.0833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.9 inches (987 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bedēsa
Bedēsa is a small city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 24,600. The city sits at an elevation of 4,449 feet (1,356 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bedēsa
Bedēsa 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 | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,449 ft (1,356 m) |
| Area | 1,918.7 sq mi (4,969.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8333°N, 38.0833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 129 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 | 188 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
Bedēsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in August to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (0.6").
Farmers Markets in Bedēsa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livestock market | |||||
| Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Bedēsa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bedēsa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bedēsa
What is the population of Bedēsa?
Bedēsa has a population of 24,600 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,918.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bedēsa?
Bedēsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.