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Malakal, South Sudan
Upper Nile · South Sudan
Malakal is a large city in Upper Nile, South Sudan with a population of 160,765. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Malakal
Malakal is a city in South Sudan, serving as the capital of Upper Nile State in the Greater Upper Nile region of South Sudan, along the White Nile River. It also serves as the headquarter of Malakal County and it served as the headquarter of Upper Nile Region from the 1970s to the late 1990s.
People
Climate
| Population | 160,765 |
| Population Density | 512 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5334°, 31.6605° |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
| Country | 🇸🇸 South Sudan |
| State / Province | Upper Nile |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (774 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Malakal
Malakal is a large city in South Sudan (Upper Nile) with a population of 160,765. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Juba.
Climate in Malakal
Malakal has an average annual temperature of 28.7°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.6°C), the coldest is Aug (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 781 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.1°F |
| 52% above South Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 314.1 sq mi (813.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 512/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5334°N, 31.6605°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in |
Malakal has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in August to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Malakal
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Nile University Main Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Malakal
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assossa Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| EC Sudan Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Scientific Institute Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Shaab Boys Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thora Bander Boys Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bander Girls Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Sudan Interior Church Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malakal Boys Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Assosa Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| E.C.S Epicapal Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Dar Salam Boys Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| E.C.S Epicapal Basic School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Malakal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malakal Central Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Malakal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Malakal
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malakal International Airport | MAK | Medium Airport |
| Athidwey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kodok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Payuer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tondiak Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Malakal
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Charles Lwanga Church |
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What is the population of Malakal?
Malakal has a population of 160,765 residents and is located in South Sudan. The population density is 512 people per square mile, spread across 314.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Malakal?
Malakal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.