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Balanbale, Somalia
Galguduud · Somalia
Balanbale is a mid-size city in Galguduud, Somalia with a population of 68,000. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 68,000 |
| Population Density | 215 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7690°, 45.7630° |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Galguduud |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balanbale
Balanbale is a mid-size city in Somalia (Galguduud) with a population of 68,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet (330 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Addis_Ababa.
Climate in Balanbale
Balanbale has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.8°C), the coldest is Dec (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 421 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.9°F |
| 52% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Area | 316.9 sq mi (820.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7690°N, 45.7630°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Balanbale has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 10.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Balanbale
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iqra primary school | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Balanbale
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dusomareb Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guriel Airport | GUO | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Balanbale?
Balanbale has a population of 68,000 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 316.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balanbale?
Balanbale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.