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Metu, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Metu is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 59,700. Elevation: 5,577 ft (1,700 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Metu
Metu is a market town and separate woreda in south-western Ethiopia. Located in the Illubabor Zone of the Oromia along the Sor River, this town has a latitude and longitude of 8°18′N 35°35′E and an altitude of 1605 meters. Metu was the capital of the former Illubabor Province from 1978 until the adoption of the new constitution in 1995.
People
Climate
| Population | 59,700 |
| Population Density | 9,506 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,577 ft (1,700 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3000°, 35.5833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.1 inches (1,755 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Metu
Metu is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 59,700. The city sits at an elevation of 5,577 feet (1,700 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Metu
Metu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1864 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,577 ft (1,700 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,506/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3000°N, 35.5833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 11.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 11.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Metu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 69.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Metu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mettu University | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Metu
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metu university | - | - | - | - |
| Metu High School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Metu
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Metu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Metu
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dembidollo Airport | DEM | Small Airport |
| Gore Airport | GOR | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Metu
What is the population of Metu?
Metu has a population of 59,700 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 9,506 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Metu?
Metu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.1 inches.