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Tēpī, Ethiopia

South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · Ethiopia

Tēpī is a mid-size city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 66,700. Elevation: 3,855 ft (1,175 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

66,700 Population 12,609/sq mi density
3,855 ft Elevation 1,175 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Tēpī

Tepi is a town in southern Ethiopia. The vowels in the name are pronounced as in the English words tape and pea. Located in the Sheka Zone of the South West Ethiopia Region, this town has a latitude and longitude of 7°12′N 35°27′E with a mean elevation of 1,097 meters above sea level. The town is said to be named after a Majangir man who once had a bee hive in the large tree that stood in the marketplace.

People

Population66,700
Density12,609/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Population66,700
Population Density12,609 / sq mi
Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Coordinates7.2000°, 35.4500°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceSouth West Ethiopia Peoples' Region
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tēpī

Tēpī is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region) with a population of 66,700. The city sits at an elevation of 3,855 feet (1,175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Tēpī

Tēpī has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Mar (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2073 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 11.1° / 27.3° 84.6
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 12.6° / 28.8° 88.1
Mar 20.9°C / 70°F 14.2° / 29.9° 94.7
Apr 19.7°C / 68°F 14° / 28.5° 259.6
May 19°C / 66°F 14.1° / 25.5° 229.9
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 13.2° / 23.8° 219.0
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 23.2° 268.4
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 12.4° / 23.6° 233.0
Sep 18°C / 64°F 13.1° / 23.8° 222.3
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24.2° 191.5
Nov 18.1°C / 65°F 11.6° / 24.1° 104.9
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 10.6° / 25.2° 77.0
Tēpī enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,855 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Ethiopia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,855 ft (1,175 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density12,609/sq mi
Coordinates7.2000°N, 35.4500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.2"
80% above Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 8.82"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.57"

Air Quality

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (25 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tepi Shield 2,728 m (8,950 ft) Unknown 25 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in Warmest
April 69°F (21°C) 6.7 in
May 69°F (21°C) 8.8 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in
July 67°F (20°C) 8.6 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 8.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 7.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in

Tēpī has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (1.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Tēpī

Institution Type Founded Website
Mizan-Aman Health science College College - ,
Mizan-Aman Health Science College Meeting hall College - ,
Mizan-Tepi University University - Visit →
Mizan-Tepi University Tepi campus University - ,

Schools in Tēpī

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
TEPI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tēpī

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Tēpī

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
traditional market place of Aman

Hotels in Tēpī

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ahadu Hotel
Alem
Bedele House
Guest House
Tepi genet penision
Tigist Hotel

Restaurants in Tēpī

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shewa

Cafes in Tēpī

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NOC cafe
Staff Lounge

Clinics in Tēpī

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Messi Medium Clinic
ሾሻ መካከለኛ ክሊኒክ

Bus Stations in Tēpī

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ET #832631015

Gas Stations in Tēpī

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NOC

Banks in Tēpī

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abysinia
Awash Bank Teppi branch
Bank of Abisiniya
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Yeki Branch
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Teppi branch
Dashen Bank

Airports Near Tēpī

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mizan Teferi AirportMTFSmall Airport
Tippi AirportTIESmall Airport

Post Offices in Tēpī

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Teppi post office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tēpī

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St George

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
1,097 m (3,599 ft)
Area
13.7 km² (5.3 mi²)

Around Tēpī

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 1
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 1
Cafes 2
Supermarkets 1
Banks 4
Hotels 4
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 2

🇪🇹 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

Volcanoes Near Tēpī

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Tepi Shield 2,728 m -

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tēpī

What is the population of Tēpī?

Tēpī has a population of 66,700 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 12,609 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tēpī?

Tēpī enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.

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