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Goubétto, Djibouti

Ali Sabieh · Djibouti

Goubétto is a small town in Ali Sabieh, Djibouti with a population of 2,003. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2,003 Population 13,353/sq mi density
1,122 ft Elevation 342 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
6.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Goubétto

Goubétto

Goubetto, also spelled Goubétto, is a town in Djibouti. Located in the Ali Sabieh region, it is served by a station on the Ethio-Djibouti Railways. The eastern part of the same plateau is crossed by numerous valleys and dry watercourses. Goat and camel raising form the basis of the economy.

People

Population2,003
Density13,353/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Population2,003
Population Density13,353 / sq mi
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Coordinates11.4239°, 43.0003°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceAli Sabieh
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation6.3 inches (161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Goubétto

Goubétto is a small town in Djibouti (Ali Sabieh) with a population of 2,003. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Goubétto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average84.4°F
56% above Djibouti avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density13,353/sq mi
Coordinates11.4239°N, 43.0003°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.3"
83% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 0.91"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Jul 28, 2025.

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 23 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 38 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 20 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 113 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 67 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 46 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 32 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 53 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 11 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 46 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 83 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 127 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 29 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 39 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 129 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 71 km
Mar 13, 2011 78 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 120 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 82 km
Aug 10, 2002 67 km ENE of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 124 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Mekunu:sagar Category 1 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (60 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 60 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 135 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 137 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 150 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 181 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
March 80°F (26°C) 0.9 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.9 in Wettest
May 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 94°F (35°C) 0.5 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.3 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in

Goubétto has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 75°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Goubétto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque du Lycée0.0

Farmers Markets in Goubétto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ar-Riyadh Market
maché wahle
maché wahle
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش
Marché de Hayableh السوق هيابلي
Marché de Hayableh السوق هيابلي
Marché de l'artisanat سوق الحرفية
جيبة جيبوتي

Stadiums & Teams in Goubétto

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Goubétto

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djibouti-Ambouli AirportJIBLarge Airport
Ali-Sabieh AirportAIISmall Airport
Chabelley AirportSmall Airport
Dikhil AirportSmall Airport
Holhol AirportSmall Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
Obock AirportOBCSmall Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Goubétto

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Affi
Laboratoire Affi
Maison de santé مركز صحي
Ministère de la santé وزارة الصحة
Pôle Medical المركز الطبي

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
343 m (1,125 ft)

🇩🇯 About Djibouti

Capital Djibouti
Population 958,920
Area 23,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,898,447,007
GDP per capita $3,381
HDI 0.513
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 65.0%
Urban population 72.8%
Currency DJF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French
Calling code +253
TLD .dj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Goubétto

What is the population of Goubétto?

Goubétto has a population of 2,003 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 13,353 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Goubétto?

Goubétto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches.

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