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Bonga, Ethiopia
South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · Ethiopia
Bonga is a mid-size city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 56,000. Elevation: 5,489 ft (1,673 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bonga
Bonga is a town, woreda and one of the multicapital of the South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region in Ethiopia. Located in the Keffa Zone upon a hill in the upper Barta valley, it has a latitude and longitude of 7°16′N 36°14′E with an elevation of 1,714 meters above sea level. Not confused with another town named "Bonga", near Gambela Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,000 |
| Population Density | 10,586 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,489 ft (1,673 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.2889°, 36.2417° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.8 inches (1,772 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bonga
Bonga is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region) with a population of 56,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,489 feet (1,673 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Bonga
Bonga has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Mar (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (16.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2578 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,489 ft (1,673 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.2889°N, 36.2417°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in |
Bonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 64°F in July to 68°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (1.7").
Schools in Bonga
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandira Elementery School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bonga
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bonga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Museum |
Hotels in Bonga
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bonga
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bonga
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bonga
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bonga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jimma Airport | JIM | Medium Airport |
| Mizan Teferi Airport | MTF | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bonga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bonga Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bonga
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Andracha Medhanealem | |
| Bonga Catholic Church | |
| Kidis Kidanemihirite | |
| Mekane Eyesus Church | |
| Mission Church | |
| Shapa Gebriel | |
| Shera Keja Maryam |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonga
What is the population of Bonga?
Bonga has a population of 56,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 10,586 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bonga?
Bonga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.8 inches.