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Sifra, Ethiopia
Āfar · Ethiopia
Sifra is a small city in Āfar, Ethiopia with a population of 22,400. Elevation: 3,071 ft (936 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 22,400 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,071 ft (936 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.6046°, 40.0166° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Āfar |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.7 inches (577 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sifra
Sifra is a small city in Ethiopia (Āfar) with a population of 22,400. The city sits at an elevation of 3,071 feet (936 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Sifra
Sifra has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Jun (28°C), the coldest is Jan (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,071 ft (936 m) |
| Area | 4,710.8 sq mi (12,201.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6046°N, 40.0166°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 108 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 121 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 155 km |
| Dama Ali | Shield | 1,068 m (3,504 ft) | 1631 | 180 km |
| Afdera | Stratovolcano | 1,250 m (4,101 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Adwa | Stratovolcano | 1,733 m (5,686 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in |
Sifra has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (0.6").
Airports Near Sifra
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kombolcha Airport | DSE | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sifra
What is the population of Sifra?
Sifra has a population of 22,400 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,710.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sifra?
Sifra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.