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Gimbi, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Gimbi is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 64,300. Elevation: 6,496 ft (1,980 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gimbi
Gimbi (ጊምቢ) is a town in western Oromia Region, Ethiopia. Located in the West Welega Zone, it has a latitude and longitude of 9°10′N 35°50′E with an elevation between 1845 and 1930 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Gimbi woreda. The area gets an average of about 1,500 millimeters of rainfall each year, with places like Gimbi receiving over 2,800 millimeters annually. This region is one of the wettest in Ethiopia, only having two to four dry months per year. The rainfall is higher in the mountains, as the terrain there traps more moisture, while the lowlands get less rain.
People
Climate
| Population | 64,300 |
| Population Density | 8,275 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,496 ft (1,980 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.1703°, 35.8349° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.4 inches (1,762 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gimbi
Gimbi is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 64,300. The city sits at an elevation of 6,496 feet (1,980 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Gimbi
Gimbi has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.5°C), the coldest is Dec (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2165 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,496 ft (1,980 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,275/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.1703°N, 35.8349°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (200 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 14.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 14.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Gimbi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.0") and December the driest (0.2").
Hotels in Gimbi
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gimbi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gimbi
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gimbi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mendi Airport | NDM | Small Airport |
| Nejjo Airport | NEJ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gimbi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gimbi cathedral Debre Tshay Medhanialem church |
Quick Facts
Around Gimbi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gimbi
What is the population of Gimbi?
Gimbi has a population of 64,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 8,275 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gimbi?
Gimbi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.4 inches.