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Dolo, Ethiopia

Tigray · Ethiopia

Dolo is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 41,400. Elevation: 7,805 ft (2,379 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

41,400 Population 10/sq mi density
7,805 ft Elevation 2,379 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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People

Population41,400
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation7,805 ft (2,379 m)
Population41,400
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation7,805 ft (2,379 m)
Coordinates13.4992°, 39.6372°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceTigray
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (658 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dolo

Dolo is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Tigray) with a population of 41,400. The city sits at an elevation of 7,805 feet (2,379 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Dolo

Dolo 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 595 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 39.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 42.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 31.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 194.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 212.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 36.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.2
Dolo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 289 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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,805 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above Ethiopia avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,805 ft (2,379 m)
Area4,209.9 sq mi (10,903.6 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates13.4992°N, 39.6372°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.72"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 25, 2025.

Aug 10, 2002 40 km ENE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M5.7 26 km
May 6, 1993 72 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.3 113 km
Mar 2, 2025 52 km ESE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M5.2 81 km
Mar 24, 2018 58 km E of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M5.2 42 km
May 10, 1993 81 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M5.1 122 km
May 27, 1990 56 km NE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 52 km
Sep 18, 1996 105 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 126 km
Aug 7, 1994 26 km SE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M4.9 19 km
Apr 10, 2006 58 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 119 km
Jan 21, 1993 101 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.9 144 km
May 13, 1993 79 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.9 116 km
Aug 8, 2002 59 km ENE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M4.9 43 km
May 11, 1993 88 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 131 km
Oct 16, 1996 108 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 132 km
Oct 21, 1996 99 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 129 km
May 2, 1993 76 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.8 130 km
May 2, 1993 72 km ENE of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 117 km
Jun 4, 2023 53 km ENE of Ādīgrat, Ethiopia M4.7 118 km
Oct 13, 1996 112 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.7 126 km
May 3, 1993 73 km E of ?d?grat, Ethiopia M4.7 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gada Ale (99 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Gada Ale Stratovolcano 287 m (942 ft) Unknown 99 km
Alu-Dalafilla Fissure vent(s) 578 m (1,896 ft) 2008 104 km
Ale Bagu Stratovolcano 988 m (3,241 ft) Unknown 108 km
Erta Ale Shield 613 m (2,011 ft) 2020 112 km
Alayta Shield 1,496 m (4,908 ft) 1915 122 km
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 133 km
Dabbahu Stratovolcano 1,401 m (4,596 ft) 2005 136 km
Afdera Stratovolcano 1,250 m (4,101 ft) Unknown 139 km
Borawli Stratovolcano 784 m (2,572 ft) Unknown 148 km
Alid Stratovolcano 904 m (2,966 ft) Unknown 157 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in
August 65°F (18°C) 7.7 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Dolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 60°F in December to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Dolo

Institution Type Founded Website
Aba'ala high school College - ,

Museums in Dolo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dimtsi Woyane Radiation ድምፂ ወያነ ትግራይ
Emperor Yohannes Palace
Hawelti Museum
TPLF-Office

Libraries in Dolo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Agriculture Library0.0
Collage of Natural and Computitional Library0.0
Collage of Natural and Computitional Library0.0
EITM-library0.0
EITM-library0.0
Mekelle Public library መቐለ ቤተ ንባብ0.0
Youth Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dolo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animal Market
Souvenir Market
Straw Market
Straw Market

Stadiums & Teams in Dolo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dolo

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mekele Alula Aba Nega AirportMQXMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Dolo

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
17 kebele Health Center ቀበሌ 17 ጥዕና ጣብያ
Dr. Tilahun Specialization Eye Clinic
SolAlem computer sol ፅገና ኮምፒተር

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolo

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dandera Mika'El Bete Kristiyan
Dirba Abune Asay Bete Kristiyan
Gondele Maryam Bete Kristiyan
Hilsha Mika'El Bete Kristiyan
Hilshe Mika'El Bete Kristiyan
Shugala Maryam Bete Kristiyan
Wazga Iyesus Bete Kristiyan

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa

🇪🇹 About Ethiopia

Capital Addis Ababa
Population 109,224,559
Area 1,127,127 km²
GDP (USD) $135,874,093,202
GDP per capita $1,056
HDI 0.492
Life expectancy 67.3 years
Internet users 16.7%
Urban population 23.1%
Currency ETB (Birr)
Languages Amharic
Calling code +251
TLD .et
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dolo

What is the population of Dolo?

Dolo has a population of 41,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 4,209.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dolo?

Dolo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.

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