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Metemma, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Metemma is a small city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 25,600. Elevation: 2,336 ft (712 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Metemma
Metemma, also known as Metemma Yohannes, is a town in northwestern Ethiopia, on the border with Sudan. Located in the Semien Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region, Metemma has a latitude and longitude of 12°58′N 36°12′E with an elevation of 685 meters above sea level. Across the border is the corresponding Sudanese village of Gallabat.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,600 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,336 ft (712 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.9548°, 36.1555° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (883 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Metemma
Metemma is a small city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 25,600. The city sits at an elevation of 2,336 feet (712 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Metemma
Metemma has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.5°C), the coldest is Aug (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 2184 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.9°F |
| 52% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,336 ft (712 m) |
| Area | 4,912.9 sq mi (12,724.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.9548°N, 36.1555°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in |
Metemma has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Metemma
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Metemma
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Metemma
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Metema Airport | ETE | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Metemma?
Metemma has a population of 25,600 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,912.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Metemma?
Metemma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.