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Ar Rahad, Sudan
North Kordofan · Sudan
Ar Rahad is a mid-size city in North Kordofan, Sudan with a population of 36,518. Elevation: 1,660 ft (506 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Ar Rahad
Er-Rahad is a city located in the state of North Kordofan, Sudan, at an altitude of 490 metres above sea level. It is about 379 kilometres away from the capital, Khartoum. It is a major railway station linking East and Central Sudan and the West, which is also a market for crops, especially hibiscus as well as livestock and also urban centers for nomadic shepherds in the region. It is the second largest local resource in North Kordofan after the Shikan locality.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,518 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,660 ft (506 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.7167°, 30.6500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
| Country | 🇸🇩 Sudan |
| State / Province | North Kordofan |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.2 inches (386 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ar Rahad
Ar Rahad is a mid-size city in Sudan (North Kordofan) with a population of 36,518. The city sits at an elevation of 1,660 feet (506 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Khartoum.
Climate in Ar Rahad
Ar Rahad has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (32.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 776 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,660 ft (506 m) |
| Area | 2,439.9 sq mi (6,319.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7167°N, 30.6500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 85°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Ar Rahad has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 73°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Ar Rahad
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ar Rahad
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ar Rahad
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ar Rahad
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El-Obeid Airport | EBD | Medium Airport |
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What is the population of Ar Rahad?
Ar Rahad has a population of 36,518 residents and is located in Sudan. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 2,439.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ar Rahad?
Ar Rahad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches.