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Wik’ro, Ethiopia
Tigray · Ethiopia
Wik’ro is a mid-size city in Tigray, Ethiopia with a population of 64,000. Elevation: 6,568 ft (2,002 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wik’ro
Wukro is a small town and separate woreda in Tigray, Ethiopia. The population of Wukro was around 50,000 in 2013. Wukro is located along Genfel River, in the Eastern Zone of the Tigray Region on the Asmara-Addis Ababa highway. Wukro is surrounded by Kilte Awulaelo woreda. The rock-hewn churches around Wukro are the town's most distinctive landmarks. Visually it can be characterised by one main road, few cars, yet many bajaj and hotels under construction. Hotels have been growing to serve conferences and to accommodate tourists departing to regional attractions.
People
Climate
| Population | 64,000 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,568 ft (2,002 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.7953°, 39.6030° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Tigray |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wik’ro
Wik’ro is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Tigray) with a population of 64,000. The city sits at an elevation of 6,568 feet (2,002 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Wik’ro
Wik’ro has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jun (20.7°C), the coldest is Dec (14.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 846 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,568 ft (2,002 m) |
| Area | 2,561.2 sq mi (6,633.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.7953°N, 39.6030°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gada Ale (89 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Gada Ale | Stratovolcano | 287 m (942 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Alu-Dalafilla | Fissure vent(s) | 578 m (1,896 ft) | 2008 | 103 km |
| Ale Bagu | Stratovolcano | 988 m (3,241 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Erta Ale | Shield | 613 m (2,011 ft) | 2020 | 117 km |
| Alid | Stratovolcano | 904 m (2,966 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Alayta | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 1915 | 146 km |
| Afdera | Stratovolcano | 1,250 m (4,101 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Borawli | Stratovolcano | 784 m (2,572 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Dabbahu | Stratovolcano | 1,401 m (4,596 ft) | 2005 | 164 km |
| Dabbayra | Shield | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Wik’ro has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 62°F in December to 70°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Wik’ro
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wukro Agricultural TVET College | College | - | , |
Schools in Wik’ro
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abreha We Atsbeha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mekuat Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Negash School | - | - | - | - |
| Gemad Complete Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Negash Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wukro St Mary's College | - | - | - | - |
| Agulae High school | - | - | - | - |
| ነጋሽ | - | - | - | - |
| Wukro Megabit Selasa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Selam Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Haike Meshal Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Haike Meshal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Wik’ro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wukro Museum |
Hotels in Wik’ro
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wik’ro
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Wik’ro
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wik’ro
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wik’ro
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wik’ro
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wik’ro
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wik’ro
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport | MQX | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wik’ro
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abreha We Atsbeha | |
| Adi Arba'A Maryam Bete Kristiyan | |
| Al Nejashi Mosque | |
| Belesa Mika'El Bete Kristiyan | |
| Cherkos | |
| Demba Mika'El Bete Kristiyan | |
| K'Orar Medhane `Alem Bete Kristiyan | |
| May Tiwaru Abune Ananyos Bete Kristiyan | |
| Medhani-Alem Church Wukro | |
| Mok'Uh Mika'El Bete Kristiyan | |
| Negash Amedin Mesgid | |
| St. Michael Church | |
| St.Marry Church | |
| T'Irk'E Tekle Haymanot Bēte Kristīyan | |
| Ts'Eri'A Inda Silase Bete Kristiyan | |
| Wukro St. Marry Church |
Quick Facts
Around Wik’ro
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Wik’ro
8 places within 15 km
- • Adi Akaweh Archeological Site
- • Almaqha archeological site
- • Menaleks Castle
- • Afa'Anti Amba
- • Amba Enda Mariam
- • Kokay Korebta
- • Ts'Arya Terara
- • ሩባ ገንፈል
🇪🇹 About Ethiopia
Frequently Asked Questions About Wik’ro
What is the population of Wik’ro?
Wik’ro has a population of 64,000 residents and is located in Ethiopia. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 2,561.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wik’ro?
Wik’ro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.