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Welk’īt’ē, Ethiopia
Central Ethiopia Regional State · Ethiopia
Welk’īt’ē is a mid-size city in Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia with a population of 77,500. Elevation: 6,086 ft (1,855 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Welk’īt’ē
Welkite is a town and separate woreda in south-western Ethiopia. The second administrative center of the Central Ethiopia Regional State, and Gurage Zone. The town has a latitude and longitude of 8°17′N 37°47′E and an elevation between 1910 and 1935 meters above sea level.
According to the government, Welkite is one of 12 towns with electrical power, one of 11 with telephone service and one of nine that have postal service. The SNNPR's Bureau of Finance and Economic Development, adds that as of 2003 Welkite also had a bank branch and other financial institutions, as well as a hospital. An all-weather road was built in 1963 which connects Welkite to Addis Ababa by way of Endibir.
People
Climate
| Population | 77,500 |
| Population Density | 19,472 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,086 ft (1,855 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2833°, 37.7833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Central Ethiopia Regional State |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.2 inches (1,198 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Welk’īt’ē
Welk’īt’ē is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Central Ethiopia Regional State) with a population of 77,500. The city sits at an elevation of 6,086 feet (1,855 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Welk’īt’ē
Welk’īt’ē has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.1°C), the coldest is Nov (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1987 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,086 ft (1,855 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,472/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2833°N, 37.7833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Butajiri-Silti Field (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 124 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Bishoftu Volcanic Field | Fissure vent(s) | 1,850 m (6,070 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 150 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Boset-Bericha | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,447 m (8,028 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Welk’īt’ē has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 65°F in August to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.4") and December the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Welk’īt’ē
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolkite University | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Welk’īt’ē
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sent Joseph Catholic secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Selamber Elementary school | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Welk’īt’ē
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Welk’īt’ē
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Welk’īt’ē
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Welk’īt’ē
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Welk’īt’ē
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Welk’īt’ē
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Welk’īt’ē
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Michael Parish Church Wolkite | |
| wolkite st.marry church |
Quick Facts
Around Welk’īt’ē
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Welk’īt’ē?
Welk’īt’ē has a population of 77,500 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 19,472 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Welk’īt’ē?
Welk’īt’ē enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.