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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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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
Climate
| Population | 20,679 |
| Elevation | 5,240 ft (1,597 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0167°, 39.6333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (847 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,240 ft (1,597 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0167°N, 39.6333°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Stadiums & Teams in Robīt
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Robīt
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lalibela Airport | LLI | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Robīt?
Robīt has a population of 20,679 residents and is located in Ethiopia..
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. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.
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