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Ali Sabih, Djibouti
Ali Sabieh · Djibouti
Ali Sabih is a mid-size city in Ali Sabieh, Djibouti with a population of 50,006. Elevation: 2,293 ft (699 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Ali Sabih
Ali Sabieh is the second-largest city in Djibouti and the capital of the Ali Sabieh Region. It is situated about 98 kilometres southwest of Djibouti City, 10 km (6 mi) north of the border with Ethiopia, and along National Highway 5.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,006 |
| Population Density | 25,910 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1558°, 42.7125° |
| Timezone | Africa/Djibouti |
| Country | 🇩🇯 Djibouti |
| State / Province | Ali Sabieh |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (212 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ali Sabih
Ali Sabih is a mid-size city in Djibouti (Ali Sabieh) with a population of 50,006. The city sits at an elevation of 2,293 feet (699 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.
Climate in Ali Sabih
Ali Sabih has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.5°C), the coldest is Jan (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 382 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Djibouti avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1558°N, 42.7125°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Djibouti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (54 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ardoukoba | Fissure vent(s) | 298 m (978 ft) | 1978 | 54 km |
| Dama Ali | Shield | 1,068 m (3,504 ft) | 1631 | 119 km |
| Manda-Inakir | Fissure vent(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 1928 | 147 km |
| Gufa | Volcanic field | 600 m (1,969 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.9 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in |
Ali Sabih has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 70°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Ali Sabih
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Primaire | — | — | — | — |
| Collège d'Ali Sabieh كلية علي صبيح | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Polyvalent d'Ali Sabieh | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire 3 مسرسة | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée d'Industrie et de Commerce d'Ali Sabieh أل إي سي علي صبيح | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Ali Sabih
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ali Sabih
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ali Sabih
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ali Sabih
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ali Sabih
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djibouti-Ambouli Airport | JIB | Large Airport |
| Ali-Sabieh Airport | AII | Small Airport |
| Chabelley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dikhil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Holhol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moucha Airport | MHI | Small Airport |
| Tadjoura Airport | TDJ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ali Sabih
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد علي صبيح |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Ali Sabih?
Ali Sabih has a population of 50,006 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 25,910 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ali Sabih?
Ali Sabih has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.