Am Dam, Chad
Sila · Chad
Am Dam is a small city in Sila, Chad with a population of 29,440. Elevation: 1,453 ft (443 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 Am Dam
Am Dam is the capital of Djourf Al Ahmar Department in Sila Region, Chad, located at an important crossroads in the Batha River valley. It is a small town about 120 km (75 mi) northwest of Goz-Beida and 700 km (430 mi) by road from the capital N'Djamena. Am Dam is also the name of the Sub-Prefecture that the city is within. The population of the entire Am Dam Sub-Prefecture is 77,593.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,440 |
| Population Density | 95 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.7667°, 20.4833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
| Country | 🇹🇩 Chad |
| State / Province | Sila |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.2 inches (513 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Am Dam
Am Dam is a small city in Chad (Sila) with a population of 29,440. The city sits at an elevation of 1,453 feet (443 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ndjamena.
Climate in Am Dam
Am Dam has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (34°C), the coldest is Dec (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1113 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.1°F |
| 56% above Chad avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Area | 310.6 sq mi (804.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7667°N, 20.4833°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 85°F (29°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Am Dam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 78°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Churches & Religious Organizations in Am Dam
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| المسجد العتيق |
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What is the population of Am Dam?
Am Dam has a population of 29,440 residents and is located in Chad. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 310.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Am Dam?
Am Dam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches.
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