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Welench’ītī, Ethiopia
Oromiya · Ethiopia
Welench’ītī is a mid-size city in Oromiya, Ethiopia with a population of 31,500. Elevation: 4,790 ft (1,460 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Welench’ītī
Welenchiti is a town in east-central Ethiopia. Located in the Misraq (East) Shewa Zone of the Oromia Region, this town has a longitude and latitude of 8°40′N 39°26′E and an elevation of 1436 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Boset woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,500 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,790 ft (1,460 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6667°, 39.4333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Oromiya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Welench’ītī
Welench’ītī is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Oromiya) with a population of 31,500. The city sits at an elevation of 4,790 feet (1,460 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Welench’ītī
Welench’ītī has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.4°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 973 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,790 ft (1,460 m) |
| Area | 8,098.8 sq mi (20,975.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6667°N, 39.4333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Boset-Bericha (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Kone | Caldera(s) | 1,380 m (4,528 ft) | 1820 | 32 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Fentale | Stratovolcano | 2,007 m (6,585 ft) | 1820 | 64 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 65 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 65 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 123 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Welench’ītī has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in December to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Welench’ītī
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riftvally Univerisity | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Welench’ītī
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethio Oldies | 60s, 70s | MP3 192 kbps |
Cafes in Welench’ītī
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Welench’ītī
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Welench’ītī
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Welench’ītī
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Welench’ītī
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Adama Abebe Bikila Stadium |
Airports Near Welench’ītī
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | ADD | Large Airport |
| Harar Meda Airport | QHR | Medium Airport |
| Lideta Army Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Welench’ītī?
Welench’ītī has a population of 31,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 8,098.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Welench’ītī?
Welench’ītī enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.