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Gorabous, Djibouti
Dikhil · Djibouti
Gorabous is a small town in Dikhil, Djibouti with a population of 930. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gorabous
Gorabous is a town located in the centre of Dikhil Region in Djibouti.
People
Climate
| Population | 930 |
| Population Density | 604 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.3043°, 42.2170° |
| Timezone | Africa/Djibouti |
| Country | 🇩🇯 Djibouti |
| State / Province | Dikhil |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.8 inches (148 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gorabous
Gorabous is a small town in Djibouti (Dikhil) with a population of 930. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.0°F |
| 57% above Djibouti avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 604/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.3043°N, 42.2170°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Djibouti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ardoukoba | Fissure vent(s) | 298 m (978 ft) | 1978 | 41 km |
| Dama Ali | Shield | 1,068 m (3,504 ft) | 1631 | 64 km |
| Gabillema | Stratovolcano | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Manda-Inakir | Fissure vent(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 1928 | 120 km |
| Gufa | Volcanic field | 600 m (1,969 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Manda Hararo | Shield(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 2009 | 180 km |
| Assab Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 987 m (3,238 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 95°F (35°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 92°F (34°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 91°F (33°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 85°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in |
Gorabous has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 76°F in January to 95°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 5.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Gorabous
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ali-Sabieh Airport | AII | Small Airport |
| Dikhil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Holhol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tadjoura Airport | TDJ | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Gorabous?
Gorabous has a population of 930 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 604 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gorabous?
Gorabous has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.8 inches.