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Bichena, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Bichena is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 36,500. Elevation: 8,346 ft (2,544 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bichena
Bichena is a town in northern Ethiopia. Located in the Misraq Gojjam Zone of the Amhara Region on the hillside overlooking the Abay River, it has a latitude and longitude of 10°27′N 38°12′E and an elevation of 2541 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Enemay woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,500 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,346 ft (2,544 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.4500°, 38.2000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.9 inches (1,114 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bichena
Bichena is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 36,500. The city sits at an elevation of 8,346 feet (2,544 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bichena
Bichena has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Nov (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1700 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,346 ft (2,544 m) |
| Area | 6,331.2 sq mi (16,397.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.4500°N, 38.2000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 10.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Bichena has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in August to 67°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Bichena
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bichena Technical and Vocational School | College | - | , |
Schools in Bichena
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hailu Yosedk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Belay Zeleke Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Belay Zeleke High School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bichena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Market | |||||
| Yetman Market |
Bus Stations in Bichena
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bichena
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bichena
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bichena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bichena
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Debre Markos Airport | DBM | Small Airport |
| Mekane Selam Airport | MKS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bichena
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bichena Gebre menfeskudis | |
| Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) |
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What is the population of Bichena?
Bichena has a population of 36,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 6,331.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bichena?
Bichena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches.