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Wacha, Ethiopia
South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · Ethiopia
Wacha is a small city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 28,300. Elevation: 6,545 ft (1,995 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wacha
Wacha is a surname.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,300 |
| Population Density | 11,457 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,545 ft (1,995 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1511°, 35.8170° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.2 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wacha
Wacha is a small city in Ethiopia (South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region) with a population of 28,300. The city sits at an elevation of 6,545 feet (1,995 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Wacha
Wacha 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,545 ft (1,995 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1511°N, 35.8170°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tepi (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 7.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 2.5 in |
Wacha has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 64°F in July to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 70.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (1.8").
Airports Near Wacha
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mizan Teferi Airport | MTF | Small Airport |
| Tippi Airport | TIE | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wacha
What is the population of Wacha?
Wacha has a population of 28,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 11,457 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wacha?
Wacha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.2 inches.