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Assa Hougoud, Djibouti

Ali Sabieh · Djibouti

Assa Hougoud is a small town in Ali Sabieh, Djibouti with a population of 672. Elevation: 2,592 ft (790 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

672 Population 4,480/sq mi density
2,592 ft Elevation 790 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
7.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Assa Hougoud

Assa Hougoud is a city in central Djibouti. It is situated at the crossroads of the National Highway 9 and National Highway 11.

People

Population672
Density4,480/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain7.6 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Population672
Population Density4,480 / sq mi
Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Coordinates11.3853°, 42.8280°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceAli Sabieh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation7.6 inches (194 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Assa Hougoud

Assa Hougoud is a small town in Djibouti (Ali Sabieh) with a population of 672. The city sits at an elevation of 2,592 feet (790 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Assa Hougoud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 7.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,592 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Djibouti avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,592 ft (790 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density4,480/sq mi
Coordinates11.3853°N, 42.8280°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.6"
80% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 1.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

150 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Jul 28, 2025.

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 14 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 39 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 32 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 95 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 86 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 62 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 49 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 71 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 60 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 102 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 27 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 145 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 37 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 37 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 148 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 89 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 57 km
Aug 10, 2002 67 km ENE of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 142 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 68 km
Mar 13, 2011 78 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Mekunu:sagar Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 45 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 130 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 131 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 134 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 173 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
May 85°F (30°C) 0.4 in
June 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
July 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
August 89°F (32°C) 1.0 in
September 87°F (31°C) 0.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Wettest
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in

Assa Hougoud has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 72°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 7.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.1") and June the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Assa Hougoud

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djibouti-Ambouli AirportJIBLarge Airport
Ali-Sabieh AirportAIISmall Airport
Chabelley AirportSmall Airport
Dikhil AirportSmall Airport
Holhol AirportSmall Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
Obock AirportOBCSmall Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti

🇩🇯 About Djibouti

Capital Djibouti
Population 958,920
Area 23,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,898,447,007
GDP per capita $3,381
HDI 0.513
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 65.0%
Urban population 72.8%
Currency DJF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French
Calling code +253
TLD .dj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Assa Hougoud

What is the population of Assa Hougoud?

Assa Hougoud has a population of 672 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 4,480 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Assa Hougoud?

Assa Hougoud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches.

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