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Kobo, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Kobo is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 56,100. Elevation: 4,747 ft (1,447 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

56,100 Population 6/sq mi density
4,747 ft Elevation 1,447 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Kobo

Shewa Robit also known as Robi, Shah Robit, Shoa Robit or Robit is a town in north-central Ethiopia. Located in the North Shewa Zone of the Amhara Region, this town has a longitude and latitude of 10°00′N 39°54′E with an elevation of 1280 meters above sea level. Shewa Robit holds its market on Tuesdays. Ethiopia's largest prison is in this town.

People

Population56,100
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation4,747 ft (1,447 m)
Population56,100
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,747 ft (1,447 m)
Coordinates10.0280°, 39.8528°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (786 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kobo

Kobo is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 56,100. The city sits at an elevation of 4,747 feet (1,447 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Kobo

Kobo has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.4°C), the coldest is Dec (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1194 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.7°C / 67°F 11.9° / 29.6° 17.7
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 12.6° / 31.6° 36.6
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 14.5° / 32.6° 83.0
Apr 23°C / 73°F 15.6° / 31.8° 158.5
May 24.1°C / 75°F 16.9° / 32.8° 54.2
Jun 25.4°C / 78°F 17.9° / 34.6° 94.0
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 17.7° / 32.7° 234.4
Aug 22.3°C / 72°F 17° / 29.7° 262.0
Sep 22.5°C / 73°F 17° / 28.9° 127.7
Oct 20.9°C / 70°F 13.7° / 28.6° 71.3
Nov 20°C / 68°F 12.1° / 28.7° 30.9
Dec 19.4°C / 67°F 11.1° / 29.2° 24.3
Kobo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,747 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Ethiopia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,747 ft (1,447 m)
Area8,906.3 sq mi (23,067.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates10.0280°N, 39.8528°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.05"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

245 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 8, 2025.

Feb 14, 2025 5 km NNW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.9 121 km
Jan 4, 2025 52 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.7 70 km
Jan 3, 2025 45 km NNE of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.5 92 km
Mar 16, 2025 44 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.4 76 km
Jan 2, 2025 52 km NNE of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.4 80 km
Feb 23, 2025 58 km NW of Āsbe Teferī, Ethiopia M5.3 94 km
Jan 8, 2025 12 km WNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.3 114 km
Jan 11, 2025 39 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.2 82 km
Oct 6, 2024 28 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.2 94 km
Jan 11, 2025 19 km NNE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.2 109 km
Jan 3, 2025 19 km NW of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.2 113 km
Jan 2, 2025 33 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.1 89 km
Jan 21, 2025 19 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.1 103 km
Jan 4, 2025 35 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.0 87 km
Dec 22, 2009 22 km ENE of Gewan?, Ethiopia M5.0 111 km
Jan 1, 2025 13 km NW of Āwash, Ethiopia M5.0 108 km
Jan 23, 2025 14 km N of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.0 111 km
Jan 14, 2025 19 km SE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M5.0 140 km
Jan 2, 2025 6 km NNW of Āwash, Ethiopia M4.9 115 km
Sep 27, 2024 7 km ESE of Metahāra, Ethiopia M4.9 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Adwa (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Adwa Stratovolcano 1,733 m (5,686 ft) Unknown 108 km
Fentale Stratovolcano 2,007 m (6,585 ft) 1820 117 km
Kone Caldera(s) 1,380 m (4,528 ft) 1820 139 km
Boset-Bericha Stratovolcano(es) 2,447 m (8,028 ft) Unknown 169 km
Bishoftu Volcanic Field Fissure vent(s) 1,850 m (6,070 ft) Unknown 169 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 194 km
Gedamsa Caldera 1,873 m (6,145 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
June 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
August 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

Kobo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 66°F in December to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and December the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Kobo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ahadu Radio - MP3
Ethio FM 107.8 public radio MP3
fm addis 97.1 - MP3

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
1,289 m (4,229 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 Kobo

What is the population of Kobo?

Kobo has a population of 56,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 8,906.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kobo?

Kobo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

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