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Īteya, Ethiopia

Oromiya · Ethiopia

Īteya is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 31,100. Elevation: 7,205 ft (2,196 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,100 Population 4,741/sq mi density
7,205 ft Elevation 2,196 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Īteya

Iteya is a town in southeastern Ethiopia. Located in the Arsi Zone of the Oromia Region east of Lake Zway. It is the administrative center of the Hitosa woreda.

People

Population31,100
Density4,741/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Population31,100
Population Density4,741 / sq mi
Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Coordinates8.1333°, 39.2333°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (979 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Īteya

Īteya is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 31,100. The city sits at an elevation of 7,205 feet (2,196 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Īteya

Īteya has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Mar (17.3°C), the coldest is Dec (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1397 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.4°C / 58°F 5.2° / 24.5° 48.1
Feb 16.2°C / 61°F 6.8° / 26.7° 29.4
Mar 17.3°C / 63°F 8.4° / 27.4° 59.4
Apr 17°C / 63°F 9.8° / 26.5° 193.4
May 16.9°C / 62°F 10.3° / 24.9° 123.2
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 10.2° / 24.6° 113.5
Jul 15.5°C / 60°F 10.5° / 22.3° 180.4
Aug 15.3°C / 60°F 10° / 21.8° 220.6
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 9.8° / 21.7° 173.3
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 6.7° / 21.5° 123.4
Nov 13.7°C / 57°F 5.3° / 21.8° 92.3
Dec 13.6°C / 56°F 4.2° / 23° 40.0
Īteya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 61°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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,205 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Ethiopia avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density4,741/sq mi
Coordinates8.1333°N, 39.2333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

190 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 26, 2025.

Feb 14, 2025 5 km NNW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.9 117 km
Jan 27, 2017 29 km S of Ziway, Ethiopia M5.3 81 km
Jan 8, 2025 12 km WNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.3 135 km
Feb 13, 1993 13 km SSE of Wenj?, Ethiopia M5.3 24 km
Jan 3, 2025 19 km NW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.2 115 km
Jan 11, 2025 19 km NNE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.2 132 km
Jan 21, 2025 19 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.1 143 km
Jan 20, 1995 11 km NNW of Hawassa, Ethiopia M5.0 139 km
Jan 1, 2025 13 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.0 142 km
Jan 23, 2025 14 km N of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.0 125 km
Jan 14, 2025 19 km SE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.0 117 km
Jan 4, 2025 52 km SSE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.9 104 km
Jan 8, 2025 25 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M4.9 147 km
Jan 7, 2025 6 km NE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.9 121 km
Jan 12, 2025 4 km SSW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.9 109 km
Jan 2, 2025 6 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M4.9 142 km
Sep 27, 2024 7 km ESE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.9 116 km
Jan 13, 2025 19 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M4.8 146 km
Jan 1, 2025 23 km WNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M4.8 136 km
Jan 12, 2025 22 km WNW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.8 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tullu Moje (11 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tullu Moje Pyroclastic cone 2,343 m (7,687 ft) 1900 11 km
Bora-Bericcio Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,267 m (7,438 ft) Unknown 22 km
Gedamsa Caldera 1,873 m (6,145 ft) Unknown 25 km
Boset-Bericha Stratovolcano(es) 2,447 m (8,028 ft) Unknown 54 km
Alutu Stratovolcano 2,335 m (7,661 ft) -50 64 km
Bishoftu Volcanic Field Fissure vent(s) 1,850 m (6,070 ft) Unknown 77 km
Kone Caldera(s) 1,380 m (4,528 ft) 1820 89 km
Butajiri-Silti Field Fissure vent(s) 2,281 m (7,484 ft) Unknown 98 km
O'a Caldera Caldera 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 103 km
Fentale Stratovolcano 2,007 m (6,585 ft) 1820 121 km
Corbetti Caldera Caldera 2,320 m (7,612 ft) Unknown 140 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 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
March 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Warmest
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 6.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 5.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

Īteya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 58°F in December to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (0.4").

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Farmers Markets in Īteya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Huruta Market / ሁሩታ ገበያ
Open Cattle market
The main Market

Stadiums & Teams in Īteya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Īteya

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Harar Meda AirportQHRMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
2,196 m (7,205 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

Volcanoes Near Īteya

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Tullu Moje Pyroclastic cone 2,343 m 1900

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Frequently Asked Questions About Īteya

What is the population of Īteya?

Īteya has a population of 31,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 4,741 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Īteya?

Īteya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

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