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Dejen, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Dejen is a small city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 11,739. Elevation: 8,045 ft (2,452 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dejen
Dejen is a town in west-central Ethiopia. Located in the Misraq Gojjam Zone of the Amhara Region on the edge of the canyon of the Abay, it has a latitude and longitude of 10°10′N 38°8′E and an elevation between 2421 and 2490 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Dejen woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,739 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,045 ft (2,452 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.1667°, 38.1333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.6 inches (1,157 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dejen
Dejen is a small city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 11,739. The city sits at an elevation of 8,045 feet (2,452 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Dejen
Dejen has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is May (23.6°C), the coldest is Aug (18.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1183 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,045 ft (2,452 m) |
| Area | 264.1 sq mi (683.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.1667°N, 38.1333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Bishoftu Volcanic Field (180 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 10.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Dejen has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in August to 67°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (0.3").
Farmers Markets in Dejen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yetman Market |
Hotels in Dejen
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dejen
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dejen
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dejen
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dejen
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Debre Markos Airport | DBM | Small Airport |
| Mekane Selam Airport | MKS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dejen
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dejen Anwar mosqe | |
| Dejen Bilal mosqe | |
| EOTC - East Dejen Abreham & Holy Saviour Cathedral Church | |
| Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo - Dejen Saint Michael Church | |
| Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo - East Dejen kidane Mihret Church | |
| Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) | |
| Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC) |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dejen
What is the population of Dejen?
Dejen has a population of 11,739 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 264.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dejen?
Dejen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches.