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Harar, Ethiopia
Harari · Ethiopia
Harar is a large city in Harari, Ethiopia with a population of 157,000. Elevation: 6,289 ft (1,917 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Harar
Harar, known historically by the indigenous as Harar-Gey or simply Gey, is a walled city in eastern Ethiopia. It is also known in Arabic as the City of Saints.
People
Climate
| Population | 157,000 |
| Population Density | 500 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,289 ft (1,917 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3139°, 42.1182° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Harari |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (723 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Harar
Harar is a large city in Ethiopia (Harari) with a population of 157,000. The city sits at an elevation of 6,289 feet (1,917 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Harar
Harar has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is May (22.6°C), the coldest is Dec (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1115 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,289 ft (1,917 m) |
| Area | 314.3 sq mi (814.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3139°N, 42.1182°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (163 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Harar has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 65°F in August to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Harar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agro Technical and Technology College | College | - | Visit → |
| Haramaya University | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near Harar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Harar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur-Rimbaud-Museum | ||||
| Harar cultural museum | ||||
| Harari Community Museum | ||||
| Sherif Harar City Museum |
Farmers Markets in Harar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camel market | |||||
| Dus Magala | |||||
| Gidir Magala | |||||
| Gidir Megala | |||||
| Shoa Incense Market |
Hotels in Harar
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Harar
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Harar
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Harar
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Harar
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Harar
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Harar
24 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Harar
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Harar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Harar
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | DIR | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Harar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Harar Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Harar
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Harar Jugol, the Fortified Historic Town | Cultural | 2006 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Harar
46 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abdi Abas Mosque | |
| Abida Mosque | |
| Ali Arab Mosque | |
| Amer Uga Mosque | |
| Aomer Mosque | |
| Au Faris Mosque | |
| Auabedesh Mosque | |
| Auachal Mosque | |
| Aubaker Mosque | |
| Aucharif Heiderus Mosque | |
| Augidal Mosque | |
| Ausud Mosque | |
| Auwaliwosa Mosque | |
| Auyusuf Mosque | |
| Aw Abdal Mosque | |
| Aw Faris Mosque | |
| Aw Gojam Mosque | |
| Aw Meshed Mosque | |
| Awunguday Mosque | |
| Babali Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Harar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Harar
6 places within 15 km
- • Harar Gate
- • Harar View
- • Harar View
- • Harar View
- • Hyena feeding spot
- + 1 more
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Harar
Frequently Asked Questions About Harar
What is the population of Harar?
Harar has a population of 157,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 500 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Harar?
Harar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.