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Debre Birhan, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Debre Birhan is a large city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 146,900. Elevation: 9,285 ft (2,830 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Debre Birhan
Debre Birhan is a city in central Ethiopia. Located in the Semien Shewa Zone of Amhara Region, about 120 kilometers north east of Addis Ababa on Ethiopian highway 2, the town has an elevation of 2,840 meters, which makes it the highest town in Africa. It was an early capital of Ethiopia and afterwards, with Ankober and Angolalla, was one of the capitals of the kingdom of Shewa. Today, it is the administrative center of the North Shewa Zone of the Amhara Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 146,900 |
| Population Density | 25,863 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,285 ft (2,830 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.6795°, 39.5326° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,007 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Debre Birhan
Debre Birhan is a large city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 146,900. The city sits at an elevation of 9,285 feet (2,830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Debre Birhan
Debre Birhan has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jun (15.9°C), the coldest is Dec (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,285 ft (2,830 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.6795°N, 39.5326°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fentale (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 90 km |
| Kone | Caldera(s) | 1,380 m (4,528 ft) | 1820 | 101 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Debre Birhan has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 56°F in December to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Debre Birhan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Teachers Education | College | — | — |
| Debirebirhan university prof. Asrat Health campus | University | — | — |
| Debre Berhan University | University | — | — |
Schools in Debre Birhan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| baso high school | — | — | — | — |
| Millennium Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Debre Birhan Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Millennium Academy | — | — | — | — |
| MELIKT Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Haile Mariam Mamo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Debre Birhan
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahadu Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Ethio FM 107.8 | public radio | MP3 | |
| fm addis 97.1 | — | MP3 | |
| EthiOldies | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Hotels in Debre Birhan
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Debre Birhan
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Debre Birhan
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Debre Birhan
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Debre Birhan
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Debre Birhan
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Debre Birhan
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Debre Birhan
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | ADD | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Debre Birhan
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ansas Kidist Mariam Church | |
| Kuk Yelesh Kidist Mariam Gedam | |
| Medhaniaylem Ethiopian Orthodox Church | |
| Medhaniyalem senbete bete | |
| Medhaniyalem Senbete Bete | |
| Medhaniyalem Senbete house | |
| Trinity Orthodox Church (Debre Birhan) | |
| ደብረ ጽባኅ ቅዱስ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን |
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Around Debre Birhan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Debre Birhan
1 places within 15 km
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What is the population of Debre Birhan?
Debre Birhan has a population of 146,900 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 25,863 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Debre Birhan?
Debre Birhan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.