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Leku, Ethiopia
Sidama Region · Ethiopia
Leku is a mid-size city in Sidama Region, Ethiopia with a population of 31,700. Elevation: 6,145 ft (1,873 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Leku
The lek is the currency of Albania. Historically, it was subdivided into 100 qintars.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,700 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,145 ft (1,873 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8731°, 38.4443° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Sidama Region |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Leku
Leku is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Sidama Region) with a population of 31,700. The city sits at an elevation of 6,145 feet (1,873 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Leku
Leku has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Mar (20.8°C), the coldest is Nov (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,145 ft (1,873 m) |
| Area | 3,561.8 sq mi (9,225.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8731°N, 38.4443°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 106 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 162 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
Leku has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in December to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and December the driest (1.0").
Museums in Leku
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum | ||||
| Blue Nile Hotel |
Libraries in Leku
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawassa University college of agriculture library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawassa University college of agriculture library | 0.0 | |||||
| soil lab | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Leku
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addisu Gebiya | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Goat Market | |||||
| Hawassa Open Market |
Gas Stations in Leku
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Leku
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Leku
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Dodola Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Leku
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Mulat | ||
| Yanet Higher Specialized Clinic |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leku
What is the population of Leku?
Leku has a population of 31,700 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 3,561.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leku?
Leku enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.