Jilib, Somalia
Middle Juba · Somalia
Jilib is a mid-size city in Middle Juba, Somalia with a population of 45,000. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Jilib
Jilib is a city in the Middle Juba region of Somalia. It currently serves as the de facto capital of the Islamic Wilayat of Somalia controlled by al-Shabaab. Jilib has an estimated population of around 100,000 inhabitants and covers an area of about 10 square kilometres. It is 112 kilometres or 70 miles north of Kismaayo.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,000 |
| Population Density | 141 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.4883°, 42.7854° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Middle Juba |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (663 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jilib
Jilib is a mid-size city in Somalia (Middle Juba) with a population of 45,000. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Climate in Jilib
Jilib has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.9°C), the coldest is Jul (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1021 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 318.5 sq mi (824.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 141/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.4883°N, 42.7854°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in |
Jilib has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in July to 83°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Jilib
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Afmadow Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jamaame Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jilib
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid al raxma |
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What is the population of Jilib?
Jilib has a population of 45,000 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jilib?
Jilib has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.
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