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Shinshicho, Ethiopia
Central Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Shinshicho is a mid-size city in Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 38,400. Elevation: 6,063 ft (1,848 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Shinshicho
Shinshicho is a town in southern Ethiopia, located in the Kembata Tembaro Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region. This town has a latitude and longitude of 7°12′20″N 37°46′40″E with an elevation of 1875 meters above sea level.
It was founded by the leader of the community called "Ordolo". Mr Ordolo was a warrior who survived a Sword attack while fighting Bandits who tried to rob the local market during the early days of establishment of Shinshicho. The town was earlier called "Ordolo dikuta/Ordolo gieyaa" till 1977. In the beginning of 2015, the city has a population of 35,000. It has 12 substandard motels and an ongoing modern hotel, a hospital and office complex constructions.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,400 |
| Population Density | 16,552 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,063 ft (1,848 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.2056°, 37.7778° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Central Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.2 inches (1,276 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shinshicho
Shinshicho is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Central Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 38,400. The city sits at an elevation of 6,063 feet (1,848 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Shinshicho
Shinshicho has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1739 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,063 ft (1,848 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16,552/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.2056°N, 37.7778°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 127 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
Shinshicho has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 61°F in August to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.7").
Libraries in Shinshicho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Areka Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wima library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shinshicho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achura Market | |||||
| Areka Market | |||||
| Beret tera | |||||
| Market |
Restaurants in Shinshicho
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shinshicho
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shinshicho
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shinshicho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shinshicho
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Shinshicho?
Shinshicho has a population of 38,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 16,552 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shinshicho?
Shinshicho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.