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Maych’ew, Ethiopia
Tigray · Ethiopia
Maych’ew is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 49,600. Elevation: 7,874 ft (2,400 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maych’ew
Maychew, also Maichew, is a town and woreda in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia. It is located at 665 km north of Addis Ababa along Ethiopian Highway 2. According to Ethiopia’s agro-ecological setting, Maychew and its environs are classified under the Weinadega. Maychew is located in the endoreic basin of the Afar Triangle. The streams near Maychew do not reach the ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 49,600 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,874 ft (2,400 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.7875°, 39.5422° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Tigray |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maych’ew
Maych’ew is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Tigray) with a population of 49,600. The city sits at an elevation of 7,874 feet (2,400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Maych’ew
Maych’ew has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jun (21°C), the coldest is Dec (15.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1017 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,874 ft (2,400 m) |
| Area | 4,209.9 sq mi (10,903.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7875°N, 39.5422°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 104 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 112 km |
| Ale Bagu | Stratovolcano | 988 m (3,241 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Afdera | Stratovolcano | 1,250 m (4,101 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Erta Ale | Shield | 613 m (2,011 ft) | 2020 | 152 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 155 km |
| Alu-Dalafilla | Fissure vent(s) | 578 m (1,896 ft) | 2008 | 156 km |
| Gada Ale | Stratovolcano | 287 m (942 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Borawli | Stratovolcano | 784 m (2,572 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Maych’ew has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 62°F in December to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Maych’ew
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maychew Technical College | College | - | , |
Schools in Maych’ew
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semret Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Maych’ew
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maych’ew
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maych’ew
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Maych’ew
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maych’ew
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Maych’ew
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maych’ew
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maych’ew
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Maych’ew
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raya Brewery |
Airports Near Maych’ew
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport | MQX | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Maych’ew
2 places within 15 km
- • Bokura
- • Tigray HP
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What is the population of Maych’ew?
Maych’ew has a population of 49,600 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 4,209.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maych’ew?
Maych’ew enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches.