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Kodok, South Sudan
Upper Nile · South Sudan
Kodok is a small city in Upper Nile, South Sudan with a population of 7,709. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kodok
Kodok or Kothok, formerly known as Fashoda, is a town in the Fashoda County of Upper Nile State, in the Greater Upper Nile region of South Sudan. Kodok is the capital of Shilluk country, formally known as the Shilluk Kingdom. Shilluk had been an independent kingdom for more than sixteen centuries. Fashoda is best known as the place where the British and French nearly went to war in 1898 in the Fashoda Incident.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,709 |
| Population Density | 1,573 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8889°, 32.1094° |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
| Country | 🇸🇸 South Sudan |
| State / Province | Upper Nile |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (814 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kodok
Kodok is a small city in South Sudan (Upper Nile) with a population of 7,709. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Juba.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.7°F |
| 53% above South Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,573/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8889°N, 32.1094°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (30°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in |
Kodok has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in August to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kodok
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodok Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Girl Primrose School | — | — | — | — |
| Primrose School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Kodok
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodok Market |
Airports Near Kodok
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malakal International Airport | MAK | Medium Airport |
| Paloich Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Athidwey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kodok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melut Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Payuer Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kodok
What is the population of Kodok?
Kodok has a population of 7,709 residents and is located in South Sudan. The population density is 1,573 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kodok?
Kodok has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.