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Waka, Ethiopia
South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region · Ethiopia
Waka is a small city in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia with a population of 26,500. Elevation: 7,585 ft (2,312 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Waka
Wacca or Waka is a town in southwest Ethiopia. Located in the Dawro Zone of the South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region. This town has a latitude and longitude of 7°04′N 37°10′E with an elevation of 2220 meters above sea level. It is the largest town in Mareka woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,500 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,585 ft (2,312 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.0667°, 37.1667° |
| 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 Waka
Waka is a small city in Ethiopia (South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region) with a population of 26,500. The city sits at an elevation of 7,585 feet (2,312 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 Waka
Waka 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 | 7,585 ft (2,312 m) |
| Area | 1,979.6 sq mi (5,127.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.0667°N, 37.1667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 194 km |
| Tepi | Shield | 2,728 m (8,950 ft) | Unknown | 196 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 |
Waka 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 Waka
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jimma Airport | JIM | Medium Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Waka
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| eyesus | |
| Qidist mariam | |
| tobe added |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waka
What is the population of Waka?
Waka has a population of 26,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,979.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waka?
Waka 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.