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Weldiya, Ethiopia

Amhara · Ethiopia

Weldiya is a large city in Amhara, Ethiopia with a population of 104,000. Elevation: 6,207 ft (1,892 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

104,000 Population 334/sq mi density
6,207 ft Elevation 1,892 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Addis Ababa Timezone

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About Weldiya

Weldiya

Weldiya or Woldia is a town, woreda, and capital of the North Wollo Zone in the Amhara Region in northern Ethiopia. It has an elevation of 2112 meters above sea level and is surrounded by Guba Lafto woreda. Both are located north of Dessie and southeast of Lalibela.

People

Population104,000
Density334/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)
Population104,000
Population Density334 / sq mi
Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)
Coordinates11.8277°, 39.5916°
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
Country🇪🇹 Ethiopia
State / ProvinceAmhara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Weldiya

Weldiya is a large city in Ethiopia (Amhara) with a population of 104,000. The city sits at an elevation of 6,207 feet (1,892 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.

Climate in Weldiya

Weldiya has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jun (18.6°C), the coldest is Dec (13.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 890 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.8°C / 57°F 5.3° / 24.4° 16.8
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 6.6° / 25.9° 36.6
Mar 16.3°C / 61°F 8.5° / 26.7° 48.6
Apr 17.1°C / 63°F 9.3° / 26.7° 82.5
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.3° / 26.7° 51.3
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 12° / 27.3° 59.3
Jul 16.9°C / 62°F 12° / 24.9° 216.8
Aug 16°C / 61°F 11.2° / 22.7° 185.3
Sep 16.1°C / 61°F 11.2° / 22.7° 96.6
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 7.6° / 21.7° 44.7
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 6.1° / 22.4° 21.5
Dec 13.3°C / 56°F 4.8° / 23.7° 30.3
Weldiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,207 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above Ethiopia avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,207 ft (1,892 m)
Area311.7 sq mi (807.3 km²)
Population Density334/sq mi
Coordinates11.8277°N, 39.5916°W
TimezoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
5% below Ethiopia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 21, 2025.

Sep 21, 1993 38 km N of Des?, Ethiopia M5.7 39 km
Sep 18, 1996 105 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 144 km
May 27, 1990 56 km NE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M5.0 149 km
May 4, 1990 6 km SW of Semera, Ethiopia M5.0 150 km
Jan 21, 1993 101 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.9 141 km
Oct 16, 1996 108 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 141 km
Oct 21, 1996 99 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.8 130 km
Jun 17, 2006 70 km NNW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.6 146 km
Oct 16, 1996 107 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.6 141 km
Jan 18, 2004 23 km WSW of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.6 131 km
Jan 20, 2020 16 km S of Kemis?, Ethiopia M4.5 144 km
Jun 11, 2004 38 km NE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.5 139 km
Jun 17, 2006 76 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.5 117 km
Jun 17, 2006 72 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.4 110 km
Jul 6, 2024 38 km S of Robīt, Ethiopia M4.4 20 km
Jan 25, 2023 94 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.3 126 km
Jun 17, 2006 71 km NW of Semera, Ethiopia M4.3 111 km
Jul 21, 2025 77 km ENE of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.2 141 km
Jun 20, 2014 56 km WNW of Were ?lu, Ethiopia M4.2 145 km
Dec 5, 2001 107 km E of Maych’ew, Ethiopia M4.0 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dabbayra (81 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Dabbayra Shield 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 81 km
Dabbahu Stratovolcano 1,401 m (4,596 ft) 2005 129 km
Manda Hararo Shield(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 2009 139 km
Alayta Shield 1,496 m (4,908 ft) 1915 159 km
Afdera Stratovolcano 1,250 m (4,101 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
February 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
March 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
May 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 8.9 in
August 65°F (19°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest

Weldiya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 60°F in December to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Weldiya

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Woldia University - - - -
Etege Taytu Bitul Elementary School - - - -
Medresete Selam (Selam Schhol) - - - -
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Hotels in Weldiya

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arsema Hotel
Arsema Hotel
Hailay Pension
Hormat Jambo House
Hotel
Mecary Hotel
Tinsae Hotel
Woldia University Staff Lounge
Yen Hotel

Restaurants in Weldiya

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Savery bar & restaurant

Cafes in Weldiya

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Juice house
Sun Rise Cafe
Wujju Coffee

Castles in Weldiya

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Block 54

Train Stations in Weldiya

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Weldiya Station
Weldiya Station

Bus Stations in Weldiya

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Weldiya Bus Station

Gas Stations in Weldiya

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NOC
Total Fuel

Banks in Weldiya

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abyssinia Bank
Tsehay Bank Woldia Branch
Woldia Piassa CBE

Stadiums & Teams in Weldiya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Weldiya

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kombolcha AirportDSESmall Airport
Lalibela AirportLLISmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Weldiya

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mesjidel Feth
MesjideSelam
Woldia Debreselam Medhanealem Cathedral Church
የወልዲያ ደብረ ሰላም መድኃኔዓለም ቤተ ክርስቲያን

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation
2,112 m (6,929 ft)

Around Weldiya

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 1
Restaurants 1
Cafes 3
Banks 3
Hotels 10
Parks 1
Places of Worship 2

Things to See Near Weldiya

2 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Block 54
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Weldia

🇪🇹 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Weldiya

What is the population of Weldiya?

Weldiya has a population of 104,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 334 people per square mile, spread across 311.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Weldiya?

Weldiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.

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