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Goba, Ethiopia

Oromiya · Ethiopia

Goba is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 66,500. Elevation: 8,799 ft (2,682 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

66,500 Population 8,548/sq mi density
8,799 ft Elevation 2,682 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
43.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Goba

Goba

Goba is a town and separate woreda located in the Bale Zone of the Oromia Region, Ethiopia, approximately 446 km (277 mi) southeast of Addis Ababa, this city has a latitude and longitude of 7°0′N 39°59′E and an elevation of 2,743 meters (8,999 ft) above sea level.

People

Population66,500
Density8,548/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Population66,500
Population Density8,548 / sq mi
Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Coordinates7.0167°, 39.9833°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation43.3 inches (1,099 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Goba

Goba is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 66,500. The city sits at an elevation of 8,799 feet (2,682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Goba

Goba has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jun (14.6°C), the coldest is Dec (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 874 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C / 55°F 4.3° / 21.6° 14.7
Feb 13.5°C / 56°F 5.2° / 21.8° 24.8
Mar 14.2°C / 58°F 6.4° / 21.9° 61.7
Apr 14.2°C / 58°F 8.5° / 20° 144.8
May 14.5°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.4° 117.5
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 7.8° / 21.3° 47.0
Jul 14.2°C / 58°F 7.8° / 20.5° 82.3
Aug 13.9°C / 57°F 7.5° / 20.3° 110.5
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 7.8° / 19.5° 117.6
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.2° 97.4
Nov 12.4°C / 54°F 5.5° / 19.2° 43.0
Dec 12.3°C / 54°F 4.2° / 20.4° 12.7
Goba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,799 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Ethiopia avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,799 ft (2,682 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density8,548/sq mi
Coordinates7.0167°N, 39.9833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.3"
14% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.01"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 7, 2025.

Jul 4, 2006 32 km E of Ziway, Ethiopia M4.5 147 km
Jan 7, 2025 83 km ESE of Sīrē, Ethiopia M4.3 102 km
Jan 4, 2025 66 km SSW of Gelemso, Ethiopia M4.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alutu (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Alutu Stratovolcano 2,335 m (7,661 ft) -50 157 km
Tullu Moje Pyroclastic cone 2,343 m (7,687 ft) 1900 158 km
O'a Caldera Caldera 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 163 km
Bora-Bericcio Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,267 m (7,438 ft) Unknown 169 km
Gedamsa Caldera 1,873 m (6,145 ft) Unknown 173 km
Corbetti Caldera Caldera 2,320 m (7,612 ft) Unknown 177 km
Boset-Bericha Stratovolcano(es) 2,447 m (8,028 ft) Unknown 180 km
Kone Caldera(s) 1,380 m (4,528 ft) 1820 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in
February 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 7.0 in Wettest
May 55°F (13°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
August 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 5.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in Coldest
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Driest

Goba has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 52°F in November to 55°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.0") and December the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Goba

Institution Type Founded Website
Madda Walabu University University - ,

Radio Stations near Goba

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Goba

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Goba Wabe Shebele Hotel
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Gas Stations in Goba

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Zagol

Stadiums & Teams in Goba

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Airports Near Goba

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adaba Airport-Small Airport
Ghinnir AirportGNNSmall Airport
Robe AirportGOBSmall Airport
Sheikh Hussein Airport-Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Goba

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Bale Mountains National ParkNatural2023

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
2,682 m (8,800 ft)
Area
20.2 km² (7.8 mi²)

Around Goba

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 1
Hotels 1

🇪🇹 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Goba

Bale Mountains National Park
Natural · inscribed 2023
This property protects a landscape mosaic of extraordinary beauty that is shaped by the combined forces of ancient lava outpourings, glaciation and the dissection by the Great Rift Valley. It features volcanic peaks and ridges, dramatic escarpments, sweeping v...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Goba

What is the population of Goba?

Goba has a population of 66,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 8,548 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Goba?

Goba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches.

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