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Lalibela, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Lalibela is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 39,100. Elevation: 8,140 ft (2,481 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Lalibela
Lalibela is a town in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia. Located in the Lasta district and North Wollo Zone, it is a tourist site for its famous rock-cut monolithic churches designed in contrast to the earlier monolithic churches in Ethiopia. The whole of Lalibela is a large and important site for the antiquity, medieval, and post-medieval civilization of Ethiopia. To some Christians, Lalibela is one of Ethiopia's holiest cities, and a center of pilgrimage.
People
Climate
| Population | 39,100 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,140 ft (2,481 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0322°, 39.0476° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.8 inches (859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lalibela
Lalibela is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 39,100. The city sits at an elevation of 8,140 feet (2,481 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Lalibela
Lalibela has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is May (21.2°C), the coldest is Nov (17.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1109 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,140 ft (2,481 m) |
| Area | 4,710.8 sq mi (12,201.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0322°N, 39.0476°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 168 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 191 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 9.2 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Lalibela has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 55°F in November to 61°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.1") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Lalibela
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheten primary school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lalibela
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lalibela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalibela cultural Center | ||||
| Lalibela Cultural Center | ||||
| Lalibela Ethnographic Museum |
Libraries in Lalibela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Lalibela Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lalibela
30 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lalibela
21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lalibela
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lalibela
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lalibela
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lalibela
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lalibela
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lalibela Airport | LLI | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Lalibela
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela | Cultural | 1978 |
| Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lalibela
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asheton Mariam Monastery | |
| Bet Abba Libanos | |
| Bet Amanuel | |
| Bet Danagel(Church of the Virgins) | |
| Bet Gabriel | |
| Bet Maryam | |
| Bet Medhane Alem | |
| Bet Merkorios | |
| Bet Meskel | |
| Bet Mikael | |
| Bet Rufael | |
| Church of St. George | |
| Holy Communion Preparation Place | |
| Holy water | |
| kidst arsema | |
| Na'Akuto Le'Ab Church | |
| Tomb of Adam |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lalibela?
Lalibela has a population of 39,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 4,710.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lalibela?
Lalibela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches.