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Mersa, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Mersa is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 36,300. Elevation: 5,646 ft (1,721 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mersa
Mersa also known as Mersa-Abagetye is a city administration in Habru Woreda of the Semien Wollo of the Amhara Region in Ethiopia. It has a latitude and longitude of 11°40′N 39°39.5′E, with an elevation of 1600 meters. The city it is the administrative center of Habru Woreda. Mersa is located along Ethiopian Highway 2.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,300 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,646 ft (1,721 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.6667°, 39.6500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.3 inches (921 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mersa
Mersa is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 36,300. The city sits at an elevation of 5,646 feet (1,721 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Mersa
Mersa has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jun (19.2°C), the coldest is Dec (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1143 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,646 ft (1,721 m) |
| Area | 4,710.8 sq mi (12,201.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6667°N, 39.6500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 137 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 139 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 169 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
Mersa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 60°F in December to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.8").
Schools in Mersa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woldiya university | - | - | - | - |
Bus Stations in Mersa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mersa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mersa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kombolcha Airport | DSE | Small Airport |
| Lalibela Airport | LLI | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mersa
What is the population of Mersa?
Mersa has a population of 36,300 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 Mersa?
Mersa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.