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Bombe, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Bombe is a small city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 11,969. Elevation: 5,020 ft (1,530 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bombe
The Bombe was an electro-mechanical device used by British cryptologists to help decipher German Enigma-machine-encrypted secret messages during World War II. The British Bombe was developed from the Polish bomba, which had been designed at the Cipher Bureau by cryptologist Marian Rejewski, who had been breaking German Enigma messages for the previous seven years, using it and earlier machines.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,969 |
| Population Density | 3,420 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,020 ft (1,530 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1380°, 37.5820° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.1 inches (1,349 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bombe
Bombe is a small city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 11,969. The city sits at an elevation of 5,020 feet (1,530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bombe
Bombe 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 | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,020 ft (1,530 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,420/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1380°N, 37.5820°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (89 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
Bombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and December the driest (0.7").
Libraries in Bombe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Areka Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achura Market | |||||
| Areka Market | |||||
| Beret tera |
Stadiums & Teams in Bombe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bombe
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bombe
What is the population of Bombe?
Bombe has a population of 11,969 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 3,420 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bombe?
Bombe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches.