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Dek’emhāre, Eritrea

Debub · Eritrea

Dek’emhāre is a small city in Debub, Eritrea with a population of 10,959. Elevation: 6,624 ft (2,019 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,959 Population 3/sq mi density
6,624 ft Elevation 2,019 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
23.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Asmara Timezone

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About Dek’emhāre

Dek’emhāre

Dekemhare is a town in Eritrea in the Southern Region, southeast of the national capital of Asmara. During the Italian colonial period, the town became a major center of industry and agriculture known for its vineyards. The town became known for Art Deco buildings built during the colonial period.

People

Population10,959
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation6,624 ft (2,019 m)
Population10,959
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,624 ft (2,019 m)
Coordinates15.0700°, 39.0475°
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara
Country🇪🇷 Eritrea
State / ProvinceDebub
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation23.6 inches (600 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dek’emhāre

Dek’emhāre is a small city in Eritrea (Debub) with a population of 10,959. The city sits at an elevation of 6,624 feet (2,019 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.

Climate in Dek’emhāre

Dek’emhāre has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 477 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 29.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 135.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 146.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Dek’emhāre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,624 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Eritrea avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,624 ft (2,019 m)
Area3,702.2 sq mi (9,588.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates15.0700°N, 39.0475°W
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.6"
38% below Eritrea avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6.

Aug 1, 2023 Eritrea M5.6 54 km
May 6, 1993 72 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.3 138 km
Mar 2, 2025 52 km ESE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M5.2 138 km
May 10, 1993 81 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.1 141 km
Sep 18, 2013 17 km NW of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 81 km
Apr 28, 2024 30 km ENE of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 105 km
Sep 13, 2023 42 km S of Massawa, Eritrea M5.0 49 km
May 13, 1993 79 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 143 km
Apr 10, 2006 58 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 113 km
May 2, 1993 76 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 126 km
Aug 2, 2023 33 km ENE of Dek’emhāre, Eritrea M4.8 34 km
May 11, 1993 88 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 142 km
Mar 25, 2011 45 km SE of Massawa, Eritrea M4.8 78 km
Jun 4, 2023 53 km ENE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M4.7 108 km
Apr 27, 2024 26 km NE of Massawa, Eritrea M4.7 102 km
May 3, 1993 73 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 139 km
May 2, 1993 72 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 135 km
Aug 2, 2023 34 km ENE of Dek’emhāre, Eritrea M4.7 34 km
May 15, 2023 28 km N of Adi Keyh, Eritrea M4.6 39 km
Mar 30, 2014 36 km NE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.6 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1884 OFFSHORE MASSAWA Earthquake - - 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alid (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Alid Stratovolcano 904 m (2,966 ft) Unknown 96 km
Gada Ale Stratovolcano 287 m (942 ft) Unknown 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
October 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Dek’emhāre has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 63°F in December to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Dek’emhāre

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
tedi school - - - -
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Hotels in Dek’emhāre

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Park Hotel

Cafes in Dek’emhāre

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emmanuel IT Solutions

Cinemas in Dek’emhāre

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinema Dekemhare

Bus Stations in Dek’emhāre

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ER #580923049
ER #580923065
ER #580923072

Gas Stations in Dek’emhāre

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

طوطال سغنيتي

Stadiums & Teams in Dek’emhāre

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dek’emhāre

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asmara International AirportASMLarge Airport
Massawa International AirportMSWMedium Airport
Adi Keyh Airfield-Small Airport
Gura Airfield-Small Airport
Keren Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dek’emhāre

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
St.Micheal Church
مسجد دقمحري
ቤተክርስትያን church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Asmara
Elevation
2,034 m (6,674 ft)

🇪🇷 About Eritrea

Capital Asmara
Population 6,209,262
Area 121,320 km²
GDP per capita $689
HDI 0.503
Life expectancy 68.6 years
Internet users 20.0%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency ERN (Nakfa)
Languages Arabic, English, Tigrinya
Calling code +291
TLD .er
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dek’emhāre

What is the population of Dek’emhāre?

Dek’emhāre has a population of 10,959 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,702.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dek’emhāre?

Dek’emhāre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches.

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