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Holhol, Djibouti

Ali Sabieh · Djibouti

Holhol is a small town in Ali Sabieh, Djibouti with a population of 3,519. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,519 Population 23,460/sq mi density
1,444 ft Elevation 440 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
7.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Holhol

Holhol

Holhol is a town in the Ali Sabieh Region of Djibouti. It is located 44 kilometres south-west of the capital Djibouti City, at an altitude of 450 metres above sea level. The surrounding area is rich in livestock and fledgling agriculture. It is notable for being the birthplace of Cheik Osman Waiss a nationalist and anti-colonial where he began his movement.

People

Population3,519
Density23,460/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Population3,519
Population Density23,460 / sq mi
Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Coordinates11.3103°, 42.9294°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceAli Sabieh
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation7.2 inches (182 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Holhol

Holhol is a small town in Djibouti (Ali Sabieh) with a population of 3,519. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet (440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Holhol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 7.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above Djibouti avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density23,460/sq mi
Coordinates11.3103°N, 42.9294°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.2"
81% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.02"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

159 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2.

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 26 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 48 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 109 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 34 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 80 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 68 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 47 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 61 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 25 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 61 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 97 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 140 km
Aug 2, 2011 34 km WNW of Baki, Somalia M5.0 149 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 42 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 142 km
Feb 26, 2007 Ethiopia M5.0 149 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 47 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 86 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 52 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 82 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 1 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 58 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 142 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 143 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 145 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 183 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in Wettest
May 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
June 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 0.4 in
August 90°F (32°C) 0.9 in
September 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in

Holhol has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 73°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 7.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.0") and June the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Holhol

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
maché wahle
maché wahle
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش

Train Stations in Holhol

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holl-Holl
Holl-Holl

Stadiums & Teams in Holhol

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Holhol

8 airports within the area.

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

Treatment Centers in Holhol

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Maison de santé مركز صحي

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
470 m (1,542 ft)
Area
0.4 km² (0.2 mi²)

🇩🇯 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 Holhol

What is the population of Holhol?

Holhol has a population of 3,519 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 23,460 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Holhol?

Holhol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches.

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