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Mendefera, Eritrea
Debub · Eritrea
Mendefera is a small city in Debub, Eritrea with a population of 17,781. Elevation: 6,486 ft (1,977 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mendefera
Mendefera, formerly Adi Ugri, is an ancient town which is now the capital city of the Southern Region or Zoba Debub of Eritrea. The town's name derives from the high hill in the center of the city and it means that "who dared it" or "መን ደፈራ"( in Tigrinya) as it was a jungle and is a source of pride to Eritreans. The city is a reminder of the local anti-colonial movement.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,781 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,486 ft (1,977 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8872°, 38.8153° |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
| Country | 🇪🇷 Eritrea |
| State / Province | Debub |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.4 inches (620 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mendefera
Mendefera is a small city in Eritrea (Debub) with a population of 17,781. The city sits at an elevation of 6,486 feet (1,977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.
Climate in Mendefera
Mendefera has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 909 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Eritrea avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,486 ft (1,977 m) |
| Area | 307.8 sq mi (797.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8872°N, 38.8153°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1884 | OFFSHORE MASSAWA | Earthquake | - | - | 124 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alid (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Alid | Stratovolcano | 904 m (2,966 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Gada Ale | Stratovolcano | 287 m (942 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Mendefera has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 64°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mendefera
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| st George secondary school Mendefera ቤት ትምህርቲ ካልኣይ ደረጃ ቅዱስ ገርግስ መንደፈራ | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mendefera
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Mendefera
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mendefera
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mendefera
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mendefera
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mendefera
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mendefera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mendefera
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asmara International Airport | ASM | Large Airport |
| Axum Airport | AXU | Medium Airport |
| Adi Keyh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mendefera
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Eritrean Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mendefera
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adi Mongonti Mariam Orthodox Church | |
| La’elay Azarna | |
| La’elay Azarna | |
| St. Ghiorgis | |
| St. Giorge coptic orthodox church | |
| መስጊድ Mosque | |
| ቤተክርስትያን church | |
| ቤተክርስትያን orthodox church |
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What is the population of Mendefera?
Mendefera has a population of 17,781 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 307.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mendefera?
Mendefera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.