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Chelenko, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Chelenko is a small city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 20,900. Elevation: 7,073 ft (2,156 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chelenko
Chelenqo is a town in eastern Ethiopia located in the Oromia region a few km west of Harar. It was historically located in the Chercher region of Harar.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,900 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,073 ft (2,156 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3975°, 41.5610° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chelenko
Chelenko is a small city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 20,900. The city sits at an elevation of 7,073 feet (2,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Chelenko
Chelenko has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (24.6°C), the coldest is Dec (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1118 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,073 ft (2,156 m) |
| Area | 585.7 sq mi (1,516.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3975°N, 41.5610°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 185 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Chelenko has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 60°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (0.3").
Schools in Chelenko
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boreda HSS (Menschen fuer Menschen) | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chelenko
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halaal Radio | livestream | MP3 |
Train Stations in Chelenko
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chelenko
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chelenko
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chelenko
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | DIR | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chelenko
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ch'Elenk'O Be`Ale Weld Bete Kristiyan | |
| Mosque |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Chelenko?
Chelenko has a population of 20,900 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 585.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chelenko?
Chelenko enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.