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Dessie, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Dessie is a large city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 270,400. Elevation: 8,182 ft (2,494 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dessie
Dessie is a town in north-central Ethiopia. Located in the South Wollo Zone of the Amhara Region, it sits at a latitude and longitude of 11°8′N 39°38′E, with an elevation between 2,470 and 2,550 metres above sea level. Dessie is 400 km to the north of the capital Addis Ababa. It has a population of more than 200,000 people in over 30 wards.
People
Climate
| Population | 270,400 |
| Population Density | 46,460 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,182 ft (2,494 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1333°, 39.6333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.9 inches (988 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dessie
Dessie is a large city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 270,400. The city sits at an elevation of 8,182 feet (2,494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Dessie
Dessie 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 1055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,182 ft (2,494 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 46,460/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1333°N, 39.6333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 173 km |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.3 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
Dessie has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 55°F in December to 64°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Dessie
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kombolcha Agricultural College | College | - | , |
| Kombolcha Institute of Technology | University | - | , |
| Wollo University, Dessie Campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Dessie
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity University Dessie Campus | - | - | - | - |
| W/RO Siheen Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Hotè | - | - | - | - |
| W/RO Siheen Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Hotè | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Dessie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIOT | 0.0 | |||||
| WU KIOT | 0.0 |
Hotels in Dessie
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dessie
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dessie
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Dessie
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dessie
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dessie
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dessie
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dessie
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dessie
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dessie
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kombolcha Airport | DSE | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Dessie
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Misganaw Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dessie
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Amanuel Church | |
| dessie medhanealem | |
| dessie medhanealem | |
| furkan mosque | |
| Giorgious church | |
| Giorgious church | |
| giorgius | |
| giorgius | |
| Kidus Gebreal Church | |
| Kidus Gebreal Church | |
| Robit Selassie church | |
| የደሴ መዝገበ ምሕረት ቅድስት ማርያም ቤተክርስትያን |
Quick Facts
Around Dessie
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dessie
4 places within 15 km
- • የንጉስ ሚካኤል ቤተ መንግስት አይጠየፍ አዳራሽ
- • Dessie
- • Kombolicha
- • Shibiin area
🇪🇹 About Ethiopia
Frequently Asked Questions About Dessie
What is the population of Dessie?
Dessie has a population of 270,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 46,460 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dessie?
Dessie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.