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Wendo, Ethiopia
Sidama Region · Ethiopia
Wendo is a mid-size city in Sidama Region, Ethiopia with a population of 59,300. Elevation: 6,270 ft (1,911 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wendo
Aleta Wendo is a town in southern Ethiopia. Located in a fertile and forested area near Lake Abaya in the upper Gidabo River basin, not far from the sources of the Ganale Dorya and Dawa Rivers in the Aleta Wendo Zone of the Sidama Regional State, this town has a longitude and latitude of 6°36′N 38°25′E with an elevation of 2037 meters above sea level. It is the administrative center of Aleta Wendo woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 59,300 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,270 ft (1,911 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6000°, 38.4167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Sidama Region |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.1 inches (1,450 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wendo
Wendo is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Sidama Region) with a population of 59,300. The city sits at an elevation of 6,270 feet (1,911 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Wendo
Wendo has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 2160 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,270 ft (1,911 m) |
| Area | 3,561.8 sq mi (9,225.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6000°N, 38.4167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 136 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 191 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
Wendo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 60°F in December to 64°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.7") and December the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Wendo
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Libraries in Wendo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilla public library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wendo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleta Wondo Market |
Hotels in Wendo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wendo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wendo
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wendo
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wendo
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wendo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Dodola Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wendo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aleta Wondo Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wendo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Mariam Church |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Wendo
1 places within 15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wendo
What is the population of Wendo?
Wendo has a population of 59,300 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 3,561.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wendo?
Wendo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches.