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Konso, Ethiopia
South Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Konso is a small town in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 4,593. Elevation: 3,383 ft (1,031 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Konso
Konso is a zone in the South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia. It was formerly a woreda. Prior to 2011, Konso was not part of any Zone in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region (SNNPR) and was therefore considered a special woreda, an administrative subdivision which is similar to an autonomous area. In 2011, the Segen Area Peoples Zone was established, which includes Konso special woreda and the 3 former woredas surrounding it. This special woreda is named after the Konso people. Located in the Great Rift Valley, Konso is bordered on the south by the Oromia Region, on the west by the South Omo Zone, on the northwest by Alle special woreda, on the north by Dirashe special woreda, on the northeast by Amaro special woreda, and on the east by Burji special woreda. The Sagan River, which flows south then west to join the Weito, defines part of the woreda's boundary with Burji and the entire length of the boundary with the Oromia Region. The administrative center is Karati; other towns in Konso include Fasha and Sagen. After protesting by residents to become a zone for several years, Konso became a zone in November 2018.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,593 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,383 ft (1,031 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.2500°, 37.4833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (580 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Konso
Konso is a small town in Ethiopia (South Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 4,593. The city sits at an elevation of 3,383 feet (1,031 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,383 ft (1,031 m) |
| Area | 2,875.6 sq mi (7,447.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.2500°N, 37.4833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mega Basalt Field (132 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mega Basalt Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Korath Range | Tuff cone(s) | 912 m (2,992 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Konso has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.9") and December the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Konso
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Konso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed, no Museum (April2023) | ||||
| Konso Museum |
Hotels in Konso
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Konso
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Konso
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Konso
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Konso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Konso
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ganada Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Konso
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Konso Cultural Landscape | Cultural | 2011 |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Konso
Frequently Asked Questions About Konso
What is the population of Konso?
Konso has a population of 4,593 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,875.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Konso?
Konso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.