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Ch’ench’a, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Ch’ench’a is a small city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 27,500. Elevation: 8,986 ft (2,739 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Ch’ench’a
Chencha is a town in southern Ethiopia. Located in the Gamo Gofa Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region, 37 kilometers north of Arba Minch, Chencha has a longitude and latitude of 6°15′N 37°34′E and an elevation of 2732 meters above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,500 |
| Population Density | 14,628 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,986 ft (2,739 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2500°, 37.5667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.1 inches (1,425 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ch’ench’a
Ch’ench’a is a small city in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 27,500. The city sits at an elevation of 8,986 feet (2,739 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Ch’ench’a
Ch’ench’a has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1787 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,986 ft (2,739 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,628/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2500°N, 37.5667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (139 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
Ch’ench’a has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 57°F in August to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.2") and December the driest (0.9").
Libraries in Ch’ench’a
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMU Nechsar library | 0.0 | |||||
| AMU Nechsar library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ch’ench’a
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chencha Market | |||||
| Selam Ber Open Market | |||||
| Sikella Market |
Hotels in Ch’ench’a
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ch’ench’a
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ch’ench’a
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ch’ench’a
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ch’ench’a
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arba Minch Airport | AMH | Medium Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ch’ench’a
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Secha health center |
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What is the population of Ch’ench’a?
Ch’ench’a has a population of 27,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 14,628 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ch’ench’a?
Ch’ench’a enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.1 inches.