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Butajīra, Ethiopia
Central Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Butajīra is a mid-size city in Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 89,800. Elevation: 6,801 ft (2,073 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Butajīra
Butajira is a town and separate woreda in central Ethiopia. Located at the base of the Zebidar massif in the East Gurage Zone of the Central Ethiopia Regional State, Butajira has an elevation of 2131 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by Meskan woreda. It was part of former Meskanena Mareko woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 89,800 |
| Population Density | 14,414 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,801 ft (2,073 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.1167°, 38.3667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Central Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,052 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Butajīra
Butajīra is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Central Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 89,800. The city sits at an elevation of 6,801 feet (2,073 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Butajīra
Butajīra has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Mar (16.7°C), the coldest is Dec (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1731 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,801 ft (2,073 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,414/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1167°N, 38.3667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Butajiri-Silti Field (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 8 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 60 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 85 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Kone | Caldera(s) | 1,380 m (4,528 ft) | 1820 | 165 km |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Butajīra has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in December to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Butajīra
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Butajīra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Butajīra
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Butajīra
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Butajīra
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Butajīra
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Butajīra
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Butajīra
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Butajīra
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Harar Meda Airport | QHR | Medium Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Butajīra
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tiya Megalithic Steles |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Butajīra
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Argume Mika'El | |
| MedhaneAlem Orthodox Church | |
| Orthodox Church |
Quick Facts
Around Butajīra
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Butajīra?
Butajīra has a population of 89,800 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 14,414 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Butajīra?
Butajīra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.