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Negēlē, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Negēlē is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 73,100. Elevation: 5,052 ft (1,540 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Negēlē
Negele Borana is a town and separate woreda in southern Ethiopia. Located on the road connecting Addis Ababa to Moyale, it is the capital of the newly-established East Borana Zone of the Oromia Region. Negelle Borana is the largest city traditionally inhabited by the Borana Oromo. It has a latitude and longitude of 5°20′N 39°35′E with an altitude of about 1,475 meters above sea level.
It is surrounded by Liben woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 73,100 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,052 ft (1,540 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3167°, 39.5833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.3 inches (719 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Negēlē
Negēlē is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 73,100. The city sits at an elevation of 5,052 feet (1,540 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Negēlē
Negēlē has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F). The hottest month is Mar (21.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 829 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,052 ft (1,540 m) |
| Area | 9,734.8 sq mi (25,213.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3167°N, 39.5833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Negēlē has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.5") and December the driest (0.4").
Hotels in Negēlē
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Negēlē
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Negēlē
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Negēlē
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Negele Airport | EGL | Small Airport |
| Shakiso Airport | SKR | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Negēlē
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Frequently Asked Questions About Negēlē
What is the population of Negēlē?
Negēlē has a population of 73,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 9,734.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Negēlē?
Negēlē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.