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Al-Fashaqah, Sudan
Al Qaḑārif · Sudan
Al-Fashaqah is a small city in Al Qaḑārif, Sudan with a population of 21,106. Elevation: 1,631 ft (497 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Al-Fashaqah
Showak ,
is the capital of the Al Fushqa District located on the Atbarah River in eastern Gedarif State, Sudan, at an altitude of 516 meters above sea level. It lies at a distance of 381 kilometres (237 mi) to the northeast of Khartoum. Showak is a major transport hub between Gedaref, the state capital and Kassala city.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,106 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,631 ft (497 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.3973°, 35.8667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
| Country | 🇸🇩 Sudan |
| State / Province | Al Qaḑārif |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al-Fashaqah
Al-Fashaqah is a small city in Sudan (Al Qaḑārif) with a population of 21,106. The city sits at an elevation of 1,631 feet (497 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Khartoum.
Climate in Al-Fashaqah
Al-Fashaqah has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (33.3°C), the coldest is Aug (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 876 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.8°F |
| 55% above Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,631 ft (497 m) |
| Area | 4,490.5 sq mi (11,630.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.3973°N, 35.8667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
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 | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Al-Fashaqah has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 77°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Al-Fashaqah
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Khashm El Girba Airport | GBU | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Al-Fashaqah?
Al-Fashaqah has a population of 21,106 residents and is located in Sudan. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,490.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al-Fashaqah?
Al-Fashaqah 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 83°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.