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Edd, Eritrea

Southern Red Sea · Eritrea

Edd is a small city in Southern Red Sea, Eritrea with a population of 11,259. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,259 Population 4,433/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 30°C
4.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Asmara Timezone

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About Edd

Edd is a town in the Southern Red Sea region of Eritrea. It is situated on the main highway that connects Asseb, the former province of Denkalia, and Massawa. The majority of the townspeople belong to the Afar ethnic group.

People

Population11,259
Density4,433/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (30°C)
Rain4.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population11,259
Population Density4,433 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates13.9309°, 41.6938°
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara
Country🇪🇷 Eritrea
State / ProvinceSouthern Red Sea
Average Temperature85°F (30°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation4.7 inches (118 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Edd

Edd is a small city in Eritrea (Southern Red Sea) with a population of 11,259. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.

Climate in Edd

Edd has an average annual temperature of 29.9°C (86°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 572 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.2°C / 79°F 22° / 31.2° 6.3
Feb 26.5°C / 80°F 22.5° / 32.6° 9.1
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 23.6° / 34.2° 15.8
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 25.7° / 35.9° 22.1
May 31.7°C / 89°F 27.7° / 37.8° 25.3
Jun 32.7°C / 91°F 28.8° / 37.6° 52.5
Jul 32.6°C / 91°F 28.3° / 36.9° 111.8
Aug 31.9°C / 89°F 27.8° / 36.2° 166.8
Sep 32.5°C / 90°F 29.3° / 36.9° 94.5
Oct 30.8°C / 88°F 26° / 35.5° 61.4
Nov 28.5°C / 83°F 24.4° / 33.2° 3.3
Dec 27.1°C / 81°F 23° / 32° 3.8
Edd has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 4.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average85.2°F
58% above Eritrea avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density4,433/sq mi
Coordinates13.9309°N, 41.6938°W
TimezoneAfrica/Asmara

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.7"
88% below Eritrea avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.63"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

66 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6.

Jun 12, 2011 57 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.6 58 km
Jun 17, 2011 69 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.6 70 km
Jun 12, 2011 44 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.4 45 km
Jun 12, 2011 56 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.1 57 km
Jun 12, 2011 70 km S of Edd, Eritrea M5.0 71 km
May 14, 1994 106 km WNW of Al ?udaydah, Yemen M5.0 147 km
Jun 12, 2011 59 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 59 km
Jun 12, 2011 54 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 55 km
Jun 12, 2011 69 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 70 km
Jun 12, 2011 57 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 58 km
Jun 12, 2011 65 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 66 km
Jul 1, 2012 65 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.8 66 km
Jun 12, 2011 68 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.7 68 km
Jun 12, 2011 65 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.7 66 km
Jun 12, 2011 66 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.7 67 km
Dec 3, 2012 78 km W of Al ?udaydah, Yemen M4.7 120 km
Jun 12, 2011 59 km SSW of Edd, Eritrea M4.6 60 km
Jun 12, 2011 61 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.6 62 km
Mar 14, 2024 63 km WNW of Edd, Eritrea M4.6 63 km
Jun 12, 2011 68 km S of Edd, Eritrea M4.6 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dubbi (41 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Dubbi Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1861 41 km
Borawli Stratovolcano 784 m (2,572 ft) Unknown 103 km
Hanish Shield 422 m (1,385 ft) Unknown 114 km
Zukur Shield 624 m (2,047 ft) Unknown 114 km
Erta Ale Shield 613 m (2,011 ft) 2020 117 km
Ale Bagu Stratovolcano 988 m (3,241 ft) Unknown 124 km
Alu-Dalafilla Fissure vent(s) 578 m (1,896 ft) 2008 124 km
Afdera Stratovolcano 1,250 m (4,101 ft) Unknown 131 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 135 km
Zubair Group Shield 191 m (627 ft) 2013 135 km
Gada Ale Stratovolcano 287 m (942 ft) Unknown 139 km
Alayta Shield 1,496 m (4,908 ft) 1915 168 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 178 km
Tair, Jebel at Stratovolcano 244 m (801 ft) 2008 181 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 91°F (33°C) 0.6 in Wettest
September 89°F (32°C) 0.2 in
October 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in

Edd has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 79°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Edd

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beilul Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edd

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد إد

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Asmara
Elevation
5 m (16 ft)

🇪🇷 About Eritrea

Capital Asmara
Population 6,209,262
Area 121,320 km²
GDP per capita $689
HDI 0.503
Life expectancy 68.6 years
Internet users 20.0%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency ERN (Nakfa)
Languages Arabic, English, Tigrinya
Calling code +291
TLD .er
Driving side right

Volcanoes Near Edd

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Dubbi Stratovolcano 1,625 m 1861

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edd

What is the population of Edd?

Edd has a population of 11,259 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 4,433 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Edd?

Edd has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.7 inches.

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