Arsi Negele
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Arsi Negele month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Arsi Negele are typically January, November and December, with average daytime highs around 22–24°C. March is usually the warmest month (average high 26°C), December the coldest (average low 11°C), and September the wettest (about 252 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0 | 10.8 | 10 | 10.9 |
| February | 25.3 | 12.4 | 26 | 11.0 |
| March | 25.7 | 13.8 | 78 | 10.9 |
| April | 24.2 | 14.2 | 156 | 10.5 |
| May | 23.1 | 13.9 | 200 | 10.7 |
| June | 22.3 | 13.8 | 118 | 10.7 |
| July | 21.2 | 13.9 | 138 | 9.5 |
| August | 21.3 | 13.6 | 163 | 9.8 |
| September | 21.6 | 12.9 | 252 | 10.3 |
| October | 21.9 | 12.6 | 134 | 11.1 |
| November | 22.3 | 11.4 | 39 | 11.3 |
| December | 23.1 | 10.5 | 6 | 11.2 |
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01 · OverviewArsi Negele, in brief
Arsi Negele Landscape and Climate Overview
Arsi Negele is a city located in southeastern Ethiopia. Situated within the Oromiya region specifically in the West Arsi Zone, the city functions as the administrative center of the Arsi Negele District.
The geographical position of Arsi Negele is recorded at latitude 7.3547 and longitude 38.67465, with coordinates also noted as 7°21′N 38°42′E. The elevation of the town is 2,043 meters above sea level. Geographically positioned on the paved highway situated north of Shashamene, the area connects to broader regional transit routes.
Demographic estimates for the population of Arsi Negele stand at 98,100 residents. Historical population counts documented by the Central Statistical Agency in 2005 recorded an estimated total population of 42,054, comprising 21,120 men and 20,934 women. An earlier national census conducted in 1994 registered a town population of 23,512, consisting of 11,425 men and 12,058 women.
The local timezone operates under Africa/Addis_Ababa, and transactions within the municipal economy utilize the currency designated as ETB. Linguistic diversity across the area includes Amharic, English, Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali, and Sidamo languages.
Historically, the landscape and surrounding district saw significant land ownership patterns by the early 1970s, when half of the Arsi Negele District was owned by descendants of Prince Sahle Selassie. The terrain and surrounding district economy support regional trade, drawing agricultural participants who converge for the weekly market held each Monday to exchange commodities such as cereals, potatoes, cattle, and seeds.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arsi Negele
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01 · Q&AWhere is Arsi Negele located and what are its coordinates?
Arsi Negele is situated in Ethiopia at geographic coordinates 7.3547, 38.6746, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Arsi Negele?
Arsi Negele has a recorded population of approximately 98,100 and observes the Africa/Addis_Ababa time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Arsi Negele?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Arsi Negele include AM, EN-ET, OM-ET, TI-ET, SO-ET, SID, with ETB used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Arsi Negele?
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