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Kercha, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Kercha is a small city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 20,500. Elevation: 6,427 ft (1,959 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,500 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,427 ft (1,959 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7801°, 38.4089° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kercha
Kercha is a small city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 20,500. The city sits at an elevation of 6,427 feet (1,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Kercha
Kercha 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 | 64.2°F |
| 19% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,427 ft (1,959 m) |
| Area | 9,734.8 sq mi (25,213.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7801°N, 38.4089°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (157 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Kercha has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 62°F in August to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (0.8").
Airports Near Kercha
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shakiso Airport | SKR | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kercha
What is the population of Kercha?
Kercha has a population of 20,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 9,734.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kercha?
Kercha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches.