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Robīt, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Robīt is a small city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 20,679. Elevation: 5,240 ft (1,597 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,679 Population 4/sq mi density
5,240 ft Elevation 1,597 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Robīt

Shewa Robit also known as Robi, Shah Robit, Shoa Robit or Robit is a town in north-central Ethiopia. Located in the North Shewa Zone of the Amhara Region, this town has a longitude and latitude of 10°00′N 39°54′E with an elevation of 1280 meters above sea level. Shewa Robit holds its market on Tuesdays. Ethiopia's largest prison is in this town.

People

Population20,679
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation5,240 ft (1,597 m)
Population20,679
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,240 ft (1,597 m)
Coordinates12.0167°, 39.6333°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (847 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Robīt

Robīt is a small city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 20,679. The city sits at an elevation of 5,240 feet (1,597 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Robīt

Robīt has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jun (18.6°C), the coldest is Dec (13.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 890 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.8°C / 57°F 5.3° / 24.4° 16.8
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 6.6° / 25.9° 36.6
Mar 16.3°C / 61°F 8.5° / 26.7° 48.6
Apr 17.1°C / 63°F 9.3° / 26.7° 82.5
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.3° / 26.7° 51.3
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 12° / 27.3° 59.3
Jul 16.9°C / 62°F 12° / 24.9° 216.8
Aug 16°C / 61°F 11.2° / 22.7° 185.3
Sep 16.1°C / 61°F 11.2° / 22.7° 96.6
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 7.6° / 21.7° 44.7
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 6.1° / 22.4° 21.5
Dec 13.3°C / 56°F 4.8° / 23.7° 30.3
Robīt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,240 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Ethiopia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,240 ft (1,597 m)
Area4,710.8 sq mi (12,201.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates12.0167°N, 39.6333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.74"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 21, 2025.

Sep 21, 1993 38 km N of Des?, Ethiopia M5.7 60 km
Sep 18, 1996 105 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 126 km
May 4, 1990 6 km SW of Semera, Ethiopia M5.0 148 km
May 27, 1990 56 km NE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 128 km
Aug 7, 1994 26 km SE of Mek'ele, Ethiopia M4.9 147 km
Jan 21, 1993 101 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.9 125 km
Oct 21, 1996 99 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 113 km
Oct 16, 1996 108 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 124 km
Oct 13, 1996 112 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.7 137 km
Jun 17, 2006 70 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.6 134 km
Oct 16, 1996 107 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.6 124 km
Jun 11, 2004 38 km NE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.5 118 km
Jun 4, 2005 111 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.5 141 km
Jul 18, 2005 106 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.5 145 km
Jun 17, 2006 76 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.5 104 km
Jul 6, 2024 38 km S of Robīt, Ethiopia M4.4 39 km
Jun 17, 2006 72 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.4 99 km
Jun 17, 2006 71 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.3 100 km
Jan 25, 2023 94 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.3 111 km
Jul 21, 2025 77 km ENE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.2 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 62 km
Dabbahu Stratovolcano 1,401 m (4,596 ft) 2005 112 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 130 km
Alayta Shield 1,496 m (4,908 ft) 1915 141 km
Afdera Stratovolcano 1,250 m (4,101 ft) Unknown 178 km
Ale Bagu Stratovolcano 988 m (3,241 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
March 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in
April 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 8.1 in
August 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest

Robīt has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.6").

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Stadiums & Teams in Robīt

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Airports Near Robīt

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lalibela AirportLLISmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa

🇪🇹 About Ethiopia

Capital Addis Ababa
Population 109,224,559
Area 1,127,127 km²
GDP (USD) $135,874,093,202
GDP per capita $1,056
HDI 0.492
Life expectancy 67.3 years
Internet users 16.7%
Urban population 23.1%
Currency ETB (Birr)
Languages Amharic
Calling code +251
TLD .et
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Robīt

What is the population of Robīt?

Robīt has a population of 20,679 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4,710.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Robīt?

Robīt 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 72°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.

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