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Kele, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Kele is a small city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 23,100. Elevation: 5,030 ft (1,533 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kele
Kelle (ኬሌ) is a town in southern Ethiopia, and is the administrative center of the Amaro special woreda. Located in the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region southeast of Lake Abaya, this town has a latitude and longitude of 06°05′N 38°02′E with an altitude of 1424 meters above sea level. The name of this town, Kelle, comes from the Koorete word; its meaning is stone cave; the concept of kella as a customs used for terracing, beautification of areas, means to defend during war as a coverage. Kelle was established in 1941 Gc. This town is totally covered by beautiful mountains and attractive agro forestery. Lo'oynido and Bewaye are the water feeding rivers that crosses the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,100 |
| Population Density | 27,177 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,030 ft (1,533 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0833°, 38.0333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,199 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kele
Kele is a small city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 23,100. The city sits at an elevation of 5,030 feet (1,533 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Kele
Kele has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Mar (22°C), the coldest is Jul (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,030 ft (1,533 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 27,177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0833°N, 38.0333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (130 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Kele has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 67°F in November to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.9") and December the driest (0.8").
Airports Near Kele
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arba Minch Airport | AMH | Medium Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kele
What is the population of Kele?
Kele has a population of 23,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 27,177 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kele?
Kele enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.