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Harbu, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Harbu is a small city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 24,500. Elevation: 4,921 ft (1,500 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,500 Population 3/sq mi density
4,921 ft Elevation 1,500 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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People

Population24,500
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation4,921 ft (1,500 m)
Population24,500
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,921 ft (1,500 m)
Coordinates10.9202°, 39.7871°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (971 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Harbu

Harbu is a small city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 24,500. The city sits at an elevation of 4,921 feet (1,500 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Harbu

Harbu 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 1055 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 19.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 63.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 91.4
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 28.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 290.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 272.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 110.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 63.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.3
Harbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,921 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above Ethiopia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,921 ft (1,500 m)
Area7,588.6 sq mi (19,654.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates10.9202°N, 39.7871°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
1% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.45"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 23, 2025.

Sep 21, 1993 38 km N of Des?, Ethiopia M5.7 64 km
Dec 22, 2009 22 km ENE of Gewan?, Ethiopia M5.0 139 km
Jan 18, 2004 23 km WSW of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.6 32 km
Jan 20, 2020 16 km S of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.5 41 km
Jan 23, 2025 12 km WSW of Debre Birhan, Ethiopia M4.4 148 km
Jul 6, 2024 38 km S of Robīt, Ethiopia M4.4 84 km
Jun 20, 2014 56 km WNW of Were ?lu, Ethiopia M4.2 97 km
Jul 8, 2007 46 km WNW of Gewan?, Ethiopia M4.1 84 km
Jul 14, 1997 22 km ESE of Lal?bela, Ethiopia M3.8 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Adwa Stratovolcano 1,733 m (5,686 ft) Unknown 149 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 163 km
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 165 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 1.4 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 9.1 in
August 70°F (21°C) 9.5 in Wettest
September 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest

Harbu has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 63°F in December to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (0.6").

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Libraries in Harbu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KIOT0.0
WU KIOT0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Harbu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Harbu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kombolcha AirportDSESmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Harbu

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr Misganaw Clinic

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 Harbu

What is the population of Harbu?

Harbu has a population of 24,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 7,588.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Harbu?

Harbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.

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