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Sek’ot’a, Ethiopia
Amhara · Ethiopia
Sek’ot’a is a mid-size city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 50,300. Elevation: 7,349 ft (2,240 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Sek’ot’a
Sekota, also spelled Sokota, Sakota, Soqota is a town and separate woreda in northern Ethiopia. The name is likely from the Agaw word sakute/ሳቑጠ, "fortified village." Located in the Wag Hemra Zone of the Amhara Region, Sekota has a latitude and longitude of 12°37′31″N 39°02′06″E and an elevation of 2266 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by woreda of Soqota.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,300 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,349 ft (2,240 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6306°, 39.0347° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Amhara |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.2 inches (793 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sek’ot’a
Sek’ot’a is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 50,300. The city sits at an elevation of 7,349 feet (2,240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Sek’ot’a
Sek’ot’a has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is May (24.6°C), the coldest is Aug (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1081 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,349 ft (2,240 m) |
| Area | 3,512.5 sq mi (9,097.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6306°N, 39.0347°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 157 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 169 km |
| Ale Bagu | Stratovolcano | 988 m (3,241 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Sek’ot’a has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 64°F in December to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.9") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Sek’ot’a
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic school | — | — | — | — |
| Wag Seyoum Admasu Wossen | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Sek’ot’a
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekota Market |
Cafes in Sek’ot’a
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sek’ot’a
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sek’ot’a
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sek’ot’a
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sek’ot’a
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lalibela Airport | LLI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sek’ot’a
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anwar Mosque | |
| Weybila Mariam | |
| Wukir Meskele Kirstos Rockhewn Church |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Sek’ot’a
2 places within 15 km
- • Mascalo
- • Sekota
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What is the population of Sek’ot’a?
Sek’ot’a has a population of 50,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 3,512.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sek’ot’a?
Sek’ot’a enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.