Yirga ‘Alem, Ethiopia
Sidama Region · Ethiopia
Yirga ‘Alem is a mid-size city in Sidama Region, Ethiopia with a population of 30,348. Elevation: 5,833 ft (1,778 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Yirga ‘Alem
Yirgalem locally known as Diko Dalle is a town in southern Ethiopia. Surrounded by Lakes Woyima and Gidawo, it is located 260 kilometers south of Addis Ababa and 40 kilometers south of Hawassa in the Sidama Region. The town has a latitude and longitude of 6°45′N 38°25′E and an elevation of 1776 meters. It is the largest settlement in Dale woreda.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,348 |
| Elevation | 5,833 ft (1,778 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7500°, 38.4167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
| State / Province | Sidama Region |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yirga ‘Alem
Yirga ‘Alem is a mid-size city in Ethiopia (Sidama Region) with a population of 30,348. The city sits at an elevation of 5,833 feet (1,778 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Yirga ‘Alem
Yirga ‘Alem has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1838 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above Ethiopia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,833 ft (1,778 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7500°N, 38.4167°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Corbetti Caldera (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Corbetti Caldera | Caldera | 2,320 m (7,612 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| O'a Caldera | Caldera | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Alutu | Stratovolcano | 2,335 m (7,661 ft) | -50 | 120 km |
| Butajiri-Silti Field | Fissure vent(s) | 2,281 m (7,484 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
| Tullu Moje | Pyroclastic cone | 2,343 m (7,687 ft) | 1900 | 176 km |
| Bora-Bericcio | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Gedamsa | Caldera | 1,873 m (6,145 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Yirga ‘Alem has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in December to 67°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and December the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Yirga ‘Alem
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furra Institute of Development Studies and Education | University | - | , |
| Hawassa University Awada Business & Economics College | University | - | , |
| Hawassa University Business Campus Dormitories | University | - | , |
Schools in Yirga ‘Alem
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masinchi Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Yirgalem Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Yirga ‘Alem
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleta Wondo Market |
Hotels in Yirga ‘Alem
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yirga ‘Alem
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yirga ‘Alem
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yirga ‘Alem
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yirga ‘Alem
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yirga ‘Alem
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | Large Airport |
| Dodola Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Soddu Airport | SXU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yirga ‘Alem
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Medanhalem Church |
Quick Facts
Around Yirga ‘Alem
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Yirga ‘Alem
1 places within 15 km
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Yirga ‘Alem has a population of 30,348 residents and is located in Ethiopia..
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Yirga ‘Alem enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches.
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