Abéché, Chad
Ouadaï · Chad
Abéché is a mid-size city in Ouadaï, Chad with a population of 76,492. Elevation: 1,788 ft (545 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°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 Abéché
Abéché is a city in central-eastern Chad and the capital of the Ouaddaï Region. By road it is 749 kilometres (465 mi) northeast of the national capital of N'Djamena and 164 kilometres (102 mi) northwest of Adre, on the border with Sudan. Surrounded by savanna, it is one of the largest cities in the country. It has a rich Islamic heritage, situated along the trans-Saharan trade route and is an important cattle raising centre, with the principal market in the country for camel exports and rugs. As of 2012 it had a population of 76,492 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,492 |
| Population Density | 247 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,788 ft (545 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.8292°, 20.8324° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
| Country | 🇹🇩 Chad |
| State / Province | Ouadaï |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.1 inches (384 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Abéché
Abéché is a mid-size city in Chad (Ouadaï) with a population of 76,492. The city sits at an elevation of 1,788 feet (545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ndjamena.
Climate in Abéché
Abéché has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 366 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.0°F |
| 56% above Chad avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,788 ft (545 m) |
| Area | 309.2 sq mi (800.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.8292°N, 20.8324°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Abéché has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 77°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Abéché
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institut Universitaire de science d'Abéché | University | - | , |
| Universite ADAM BARKA d'Abeche | College | 2003 | , |
Schools in Abéché
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة أبيشي العربية الفرنسية | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée féminin Ibn Kinana | - | - | - | - |
| École espoir | - | - | - | - |
| كلية التعليم الفني الصناعي أبشي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة المركزية | - | - | - | - |
| خلوة مجمع دار السلام لتحفيظ القران الكريم | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Abéché
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Abéché
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الرئيسي أبشي | |||||
| سوق أبشي الحديث |
Hotels in Abéché
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Abéché
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Abéché
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Abéché
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Abéché
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Abéché
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Abéché
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Abéché
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Abéché
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abeche Airport | AEH | Medium Airport |
| Biltine Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Abéché
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب البريد |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Abéché
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Al-Rahmane | |
| MOSQUÉE | |
| المسجد الكبير العتيق | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد أبشي | |
| مسجد الجامعة | |
| مسجد الرحمن | |
| مسجد العيد | |
| مسجد غوني إبراهيم |
Quick Facts
Around Abéché
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Abéché
2 places within 15 km
- • Hadjer Adinga
- • Kiliguen
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Frequently Asked Questions About Abéché
What is the population of Abéché?
Abéché has a population of 76,492 residents and is located in Chad. The population density is 247 people per square mile, spread across 309.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Abéché?
Abéché has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.1 inches.
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