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Kombolcha, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Kombolcha is a large city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 132,100. Elevation: 6,178 ft (1,883 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

132,100 Population 423/sq mi density
6,178 ft Elevation 1,883 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
39.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Kombolcha

Kombolcha

Kombolcha is a town and district in north-central Ethiopia. Located in the Debub Wollo Zone of the Amhara Region, it has a latitude and longitude of 11°5′N 39°44′E with an elevation between 1842 and 1915 meters above sea level. Some guide books describe Kombolcha as the twin town of Dessie which lies some 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) to the northwest.

People

Population132,100
Density423/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation6,178 ft (1,883 m)
Population132,100
Population Density423 / sq mi
Elevation6,178 ft (1,883 m)
Coordinates11.0816°, 39.7434°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.6 inches (1,005 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kombolcha

Kombolcha is a large city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 132,100. The city sits at an elevation of 6,178 feet (1,883 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Kombolcha

Kombolcha 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
Kombolcha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,178 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above Ethiopia avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,178 ft (1,883 m)
Area312.5 sq mi (809.5 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates11.0816°N, 39.7434°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 46 km
Jan 18, 2004 23 km WSW of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.6 48 km
Jan 20, 2020 16 km S of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.5 59 km
Jul 6, 2024 38 km S of Robīt, Ethiopia M4.4 66 km
Jun 20, 2014 56 km WNW of Were ?lu, Ethiopia M4.2 98 km
Jul 8, 2007 46 km WNW of Gewan?, Ethiopia M4.1 101 km
Jul 14, 1997 22 km ESE of Lal?bela, Ethiopia M3.8 111 km
Jul 11, 2005 71 km ENE of Rob?t, Ethiopia M3.7 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 149 km
Adwa Stratovolcano 1,733 m (5,686 ft) Unknown 164 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 167 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 169 km
Dabbahu Stratovolcano 1,401 m (4,596 ft) 2005 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
March 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 9.8 in
August 67°F (19°C) 10.2 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest

Kombolcha has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 60°F in December to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.2") and December the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Kombolcha

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Teddy language and computer academy - - - -
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Libraries in Kombolcha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KIOT0.0
WU KIOT0.0

Hotels in Kombolcha

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emran pension
Habesha Hotel
Hilkma
leul mekonnen hotel kombolcha
Sunny Side Hotel
Tekle Hotel
Tekle Hotel II
Yegofe View Hotel

Restaurants in Kombolcha

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Areti Lodge
Frtuna
Habesha Restaurant & Bar

Cafes in Kombolcha

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

WUKIOT student cafe

Bus Stations in Kombolcha

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KIOT administrative building

Gas Stations in Kombolcha

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NOC
Total
Total Gas Station
United Gas Station

Banks in Kombolcha

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ahadu Bank Kombolcha Branch
Commercial Bank Ethiopia Kalu Branch
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
Dashen Bank
Nib International Bank
Tsehay BankKombolcha Branch

Airports Near Kombolcha

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kombolcha AirportDSESmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kombolcha

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr Misganaw Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kombolcha

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
kombolcha kidus gebriel church
kombolcha Medhanealem church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
1,842 m (6,044 ft)

Around Kombolcha

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Restaurants 3
Cafes 1
Banks 7
Hotels 10
Libraries 2
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 3

Things to See Near Kombolcha

4 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • የንጉስ ሚካኤል ቤተ መንግስት አይጠየፍ አዳራሽ
🌄 Viewpoints (3)
  • • Dessie
  • • Kombolicha
  • • Shibiin area

🇪🇹 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 Kombolcha

What is the population of Kombolcha?

Kombolcha has a population of 132,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 423 people per square mile, spread across 312.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kombolcha?

Kombolcha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.

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