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Atbara, Sudan
River Nile · Sudan
Atbara is a large city in River Nile, Sudan with a population of 112,021. Elevation: 1,175 ft (358 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Atbara
Atbara is a city located in River Nile State in northeastern Sudan.
People
Climate
| Population | 112,021 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.7022°, 33.9864° |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
| Country | 🇸🇩 Sudan |
| State / Province | River Nile |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.7 inches (44 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atbara
Atbara is a large city in Sudan (River Nile) with a population of 112,021. The city sits at an elevation of 1,175 feet (358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Khartoum.
Climate in Atbara
Atbara has an average annual temperature of 30.7°C (87°F). The hottest month is Jun (36.2°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 56 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.5°F |
| 58% above Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Area | 7,861.8 sq mi (20,362.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.7022°N, 33.9864°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Bayuda Volcanic Field (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bayuda Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 670 m (2,198 ft) | 850 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 93°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 96°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 93°F (34°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 93°F (34°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 94°F (34°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Atbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 71°F in January to 96°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 1.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Atbara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| كلية التربية - جامعة وادي النيل | College | - | , |
| معهد سلاح المدفعية | College | - | , |
Museums in Atbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Museum Atbara |
Libraries in Atbara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مكتبة عطبرة المركزية | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Atbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الكبير - عطبرة |
Hotels in Atbara
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Atbara
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atbara
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Atbara
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Atbara
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Atbara
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atbara
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Atbara
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Atbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Atbara
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atbara Airport | ATB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atbara
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد السودنة | |
| مسجد السوق الكبير | |
| مسجد السوق الكبير | |
| مسجد العمدة السرور | |
| مسجد خليوة العتيق |
Quick Facts
Around Atbara
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Atbara
1 places within 15 km
- • Karab el Hamo
🇸🇩 About Sudan
Frequently Asked Questions About Atbara
What is the population of Atbara?
Atbara has a population of 112,021 residents and is located in Sudan. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 7,861.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atbara?
Atbara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.7 inches.