Dakhla, Western Sahara
Western Sahara
Dakhla is a large city in Western Sahara with a population of 165,463. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°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 Dakhla
Dakhla is a city in the disputed territory of Western Sahara, and has been occupied by Morocco since 1976. It is the capital of the claimed Moroccan administrative region Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab. It has a population of 161,723 and is on a narrow peninsula of the Atlantic Coast, the Río de Oro Peninsula, about 550 km (340 mi) south of Laayoune.
People
Climate
| Population | 165,463 |
| Population Density | 2,447 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.6848°, -15.9580° |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
| Country | 🇪🇭 Western Sahara |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dakhla
Dakhla is a large city in Western Sahara with a population of 165,463. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/El_Aaiun.
Climate in Dakhla
Dakhla has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Sep (23.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 27 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Western Sahara avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 67.6 sq mi (175.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.6848°N, 15.9580°W |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
Dakhla has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in January to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Dakhla
16 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École privée Al Ikhlass | - | - | - | - |
| Institution privée Narimane | - | - | - | - |
| École Odette de Puigaudeau | - | - | - | - |
| École privée Al Ikhlass | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسي محمد الخامس الإبتدائـيي | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Al Marjiaya d'enseignement privée | - | - | - | - |
| Etablissement Madiss Privé | - | - | - | - |
| École Almotabara Privée | - | - | - | - |
| Établissement Ranime | - | - | - | - |
| ثانويت الخليج التاهيليت | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسي أم التونسي الإبتدائـية | - | - | - | - |
| École privée L'apprenti-sage | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Ouad Ed-Dahab | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Hassan 2 | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الداخلنت الإبتدائـية | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ibno Zohr | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dakhla
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Dakhla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Massira | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dakhla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché couvert Municipal El Massira | |||||
| Marché Couvert Municipal El Massira السوق البلدي المغطاة المسيرة | |||||
| Marché Du Moutons | |||||
| سوق السمك | |||||
| متاجر الجملة | |||||
| محلات الصيادين | |||||
| معدات الصيد |
Hotels in Dakhla
40 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dakhla
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dakhla
33 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dakhla
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dakhla
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dakhla
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dakhla
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dakhla
20 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dakhla
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dakhla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dakhla
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dakhla Airport | VIL | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Dakhla
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste de Dakhla | |
| Dakhla Bir Anzarene |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dakhla
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Our Lady of Carmen | |
| La Grande Mosquée | |
| Masdjid Assunna | |
| Masjid an-Nasr مسجد النصر | |
| Mezquita | |
| Mosquée Eddarham | |
| مسجد البيعة |
Quick Facts
Around Dakhla
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dakhla
3 places within 15 km
- • La plage de Lassarga
- • Mohamdou Agah Sidi Brahim
- • Oum Labouir
🇪🇭 About Western Sahara
Frequently Asked Questions About Dakhla
What is the population of Dakhla?
Dakhla has a population of 165,463 residents and is located in Western Sahara. The population density is 2,447 people per square mile, spread across 67.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dakhla?
Dakhla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 1.9 inches.
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