Beach near Jimma, Ethiopia

Jimma Travel Guide

Ethiopia

Jimma is a city in south-western Ethiopia with a population of 128,306. It is inland, away from the country’s coastline, so it is best approached as a city destination rather than a beach base.

The city is served by Jimma Airport (JIM), making air travel the most direct option for visitors arriving from elsewhere. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Jimma.

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Local time

128,306

Population

3,684 miles away

Weather in Jimma

Mon

25°

Tue

25°

Wed

25°

Know before you go

Pays in ETB

Plug type Type C & Type E & Type F & Type L (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 911

Dial code +251

Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Ethiopia as it is in some Western countries, but it is becoming more common, especially in tourist areas. Tips are always appreciated for good service.

Best time to visit Jimma

Jan

26°3

Feb

28°5

Mar

26°17

Apr

26°17

May

25°25

Jun

24°27

Jul

23°29

Aug

23°29

Sep

23°26

Oct

24°22

Nov

24°9

Dec

25°5

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Jimma

  1. Jimma Christian Brethren Church

    religious organization

    2.6 km

  2. Jimma Emmanuel United Church

    christian place of worship

    0.8 km

  3. Jimma Mehalketema Church of Christ

    christian place of worship

    0.8 km

  4. Prophet Lemi Adugna

    protestant place of worship

    2.1 km

  5. አገልጋይ ዮናስ ተስፋዬ

    christian place of worship

    0.8 km

Getting there

Jimma Airport · 2.7 km

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