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Tarch’a Sodo, Ethiopia
South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · Ethiopia
Tarch’a Sodo is a small city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 24,300. Elevation: 4,469 ft (1,362 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Tarch’a Sodo
Tarcha is town and separate district in southwestern Ethiopia. Tarcha serves as the seat of Dawro Zone of Southwestern Ethiopia Regional State.
Tarcha located in 507 km southwest from Addis Ababa, and also 169 km away from nearby city Wolaita Sodo.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,300 |
| Population Density | 12,398 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,469 ft (1,362 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1514°, 37.1718° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.0 inches (1,422 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarch’a Sodo
Tarch’a Sodo is a small city in Ethiopia (South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region) with a population of 24,300. The city sits at an elevation of 4,469 feet (1,362 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Tarch’a Sodo
Tarch’a Sodo has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1814 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,469 ft (1,362 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12,398/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1514°N, 37.1718°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 190 km |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
Tarch’a Sodo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and December the driest (0.9").
Airports Near Tarch’a Sodo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jimma Airport | JIM | Medium Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarch’a Sodo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kidus Gebrel | |
| Kidus Teklehaimanot |
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What is the population of Tarch’a Sodo?
Tarch’a Sodo has a population of 24,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 12,398 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarch’a Sodo?
Tarch’a Sodo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches.