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Gorayacowl, Somalia
Awdal · Somalia
Gorayacowl is a small town in Awdal, Somalia with a population of 2,574. Elevation: 5,226 ft (1,593 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gorayacowl
Borama is the largest city of the northwestern Awdal region of Somaliland. The commercial seat of the province, it is situated near the border with Ethiopia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,574 |
| Population Density | 476 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,226 ft (1,593 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8690°, 43.2275° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Awdal |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (509 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gorayacowl
Gorayacowl is a small town in Somalia (Awdal) with a population of 2,574. The city sits at an elevation of 5,226 feet (1,593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,226 ft (1,593 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 476/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8690°N, 43.2275°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Gorayacowl has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in December to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and December the driest (0.1").
Stadiums & Teams in Gorayacowl
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gorayacowl
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gerad Wilwal International Airport | JIJ | Large Airport |
| Borama Airport | BXX | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Gorayacowl?
Gorayacowl has a population of 2,574 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 476 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gorayacowl?
Gorayacowl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.