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Hāyk’, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Hāyk’ is a small city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 28,500. Elevation: 6,457 ft (1,968 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

28,500 Population 4/sq mi density
6,457 ft Elevation 1,968 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Hāyk’

Hāyk’

Hayq or Haik is a town in northern Ethiopia. It is named after Lake Hayq, which lies two kilometers east of the city and is the home of Istifanos Monastery, an important landmark in Ethiopian Church history. Located 28 kilometers north of Dessie in the Tehuledere woreda of the Debub Wollo Zone of the Amhara Region, the town has a latitude and longitude of 11°18′N 39°41′E and an elevation of 2,030 metres (6,660 ft) above sea level.

People

Population28,500
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation6,457 ft (1,968 m)
Population28,500
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,457 ft (1,968 m)
Coordinates11.3000°, 39.6833°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hāyk’

Hāyk’ is a small city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 28,500. The city sits at an elevation of 6,457 feet (1,968 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Hāyk’

Hāyk’ 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
Hāyk’ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,457 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Ethiopia avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,457 ft (1,968 m)
Area7,588.6 sq mi (19,654.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates11.3000°N, 39.6833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 6, 2024.

Sep 21, 1993 38 km N of Des?, Ethiopia M5.7 20 km
May 4, 1990 6 km SW of Semera, Ethiopia M5.0 148 km
Jan 18, 2004 23 km WSW of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.6 72 km
Jan 20, 2020 16 km S of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.5 84 km
Jun 17, 2006 76 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.5 146 km
Jul 6, 2024 38 km S of Robīt, Ethiopia M4.4 41 km
Jun 17, 2006 72 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.4 138 km
Jun 17, 2006 71 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.3 139 km
Jun 20, 2014 56 km WNW of Were ?lu, Ethiopia M4.2 106 km
Jul 8, 2007 46 km WNW of Gewan?, Ethiopia M4.1 125 km
Jun 17, 2006 68 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M3.9 150 km
Jul 14, 1997 22 km ESE of Lal?bela, Ethiopia M3.8 87 km
Jul 11, 2005 71 km ENE of Rob?t, Ethiopia M3.7 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (127 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 127 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 157 km
Dabbahu Stratovolcano 1,401 m (4,596 ft) 2005 168 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 175 km
Adwa Stratovolcano 1,733 m (5,686 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
February 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 9.7 in
August 65°F (18°C) 10.4 in Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest

Hāyk’ has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 58°F in December to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Hāyk’

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Haik Preparatory and Genera Secondary School - - - -
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Libraries in Hāyk’

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KIOT0.0
WU KIOT0.0

Hotels in Hāyk’

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fasika Hotel
Logo Haik Lodge
Rikum Lodge

Restaurants in Hāyk’

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Very good fish restaurant

Gas Stations in Hāyk’

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ET #9879814217

Airports Near Hāyk’

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kombolcha AirportDSESmall Airport
Lalibela AirportLLISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Hāyk’

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr Misganaw Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hāyk’

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hayk Istafanos Monastery
Margabeta Giyorgis Nunnery
St. Michael

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
2,030 m (6,660 ft)

🇪🇹 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 Hāyk’

What is the population of Hāyk’?

Hāyk’ has a population of 28,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 7,588.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hāyk’?

Hāyk’ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.

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