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Gambēla, Ethiopia
Gambela · Ethiopia
Gambēla is a mid-size city in Gambela, Ethiopia with a population of 97,600. Elevation: 1,440 ft (439 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Gambēla
Gambela, also spelled Gambella, is a city and separate woreda in Ethiopia and the capital of the Gambela Region. Located in Anyuak Zone, at the confluence of the Baro River and its tributary the Jajjabe, the city has a latitude and longitude of 8°15′N 34°35′E and an elevation of 526 meters. It is surrounded by Gambella Zuria.
People
Climate
| Population | 97,600 |
| Population Density | 310 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,440 ft (439 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2500°, 34.5833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Gambela |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,095 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gambēla
Gambēla is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Gambela) with a population of 97,600. The city sits at an elevation of 1,440 feet (439 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Gambēla
Gambēla has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (31.6°C), the coldest is Jul (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1770 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,440 ft (439 m) |
| Area | 315.2 sq mi (816.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2500°N, 34.5833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
Gambēla has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Gambēla
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambella University | University | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Gambēla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Gambela |
Hotels in Gambēla
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gambēla
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gambēla
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gambēla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gambēla
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gambela Airport | GMB | Medium Airport |
| Dembidollo Airport | DEM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gambēla
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gambela Holy Trinity's Church | |
| Gambella Catholic Cathedral | |
| Gambella Catholic Church | |
| St. Michael Gambela Church |
Quick Facts
Around Gambēla
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Gambēla
1 places within 15 km
- • Old Harbour
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What is the population of Gambēla?
Gambēla has a population of 97,600 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 310 people per square mile, spread across 315.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gambēla?
Gambēla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.