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Shambu, Ethiopia

Oromiya · Ethiopia

Shambu is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 31,100. Elevation: 8,451 ft (2,576 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,100 Population 15,707/sq mi density
8,451 ft Elevation 2,576 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
69.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Shambu

Shambu

Shaamboo is a town and separate woreda in western Ethiopia. Located in the Horo Guduru Welega Zone of Oromia Region west of Lake Fincha'a, this town has an elevation of 2,503 metres above sea level. It was previously the administrative centre of Horro woreda.

People

Population31,100
Density15,707/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain69.3 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation8,451 ft (2,576 m)
Population31,100
Population Density15,707 / sq mi
Elevation8,451 ft (2,576 m)
Coordinates9.5667°, 37.1000°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceOromiya
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation69.3 inches (1,760 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shambu

Shambu is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 31,100. The city sits at an elevation of 8,451 feet (2,576 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Shambu

Shambu has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Apr (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1614 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.4°C / 67°F 10.1° / 29.2° 10.5
Feb 21.5°C / 71°F 11.9° / 32.2° 10.9
Mar 23.4°C / 74°F 12.8° / 33.7° 19.9
Apr 23.5°C / 74°F 14.2° / 34.3° 78.1
May 22.8°C / 73°F 14.9° / 33.8° 61.5
Jun 19.7°C / 67°F 13.9° / 31° 219.9
Jul 17.5°C / 63°F 13.3° / 23.9° 444.2
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 13° / 24.7° 346.4
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 13.2° / 25.2° 297.3
Oct 18.8°C / 66°F 10.6° / 25.8° 80.3
Nov 18.4°C / 65°F 9.8° / 25.7° 37.1
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 8.7° / 26.4° 7.5
Shambu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,451 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Ethiopia avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,451 ft (2,576 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density15,707/sq mi
Coordinates9.5667°N, 37.1000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.3"
82% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.59"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
February 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
March 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
April 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 7.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 9.8 in
July 58°F (15°C) 15.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 14.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 10.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest

Shambu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 58°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 69.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Shambu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shambu Prepatory School - - - -
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Hotels in Shambu

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kaayoo Hotel
Wabe Hotel

Banks in Shambu

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Awash Bank
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
Oromia international Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Shambu

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Airports Near Shambu

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fincha AirportFNHSmall Airport
Nekemte AirportNEKSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
2,503 m (8,212 ft)
Area
5.1 km² (2.0 mi²)

🇪🇹 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 Shambu

What is the population of Shambu?

Shambu has a population of 31,100 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 15,707 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shambu?

Shambu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.3 inches.

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