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Médého, Djibouti

Obock · Djibouti

Médého is a small town in Obock, Djibouti with a population of 4,000. Elevation: 2,057 ft (627 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,000 Population 3,448/sq mi density
2,057 ft Elevation 627 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
6.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Médého

Médého

Medeho is a town in the northeastern Obock Region of Djibouti. Medeho has one of the mildest climates in Djibouti, which is not always passable during the rainy season. The town is overlooked by Mabla Mountains, the fifth tallest mountain in Djibouti. As of 2016, the population of Medeho has been estimated to be 4,000. It is situated approximately 39 km (24 mi) west of Obock, the regional capital.

People

Population4,000
Density3,448/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain6.1 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Population4,000
Population Density3,448 / sq mi
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Coordinates11.9731°, 43.0261°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceObock
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation6.1 inches (156 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Médého

Médého is a small town in Djibouti (Obock) with a population of 4,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,057 feet (627 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Médého has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 6.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,057 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average83.0°F
54% above Djibouti avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density3,448/sq mi
Coordinates11.9731°N, 43.0261°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.1"
84% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 0.94"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 56 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 32 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 41 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 120 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 65 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 46 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 41 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 36 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 51 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 70 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 27 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 105 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 110 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 33 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 37 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 53 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 54 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 79 km
Aug 10, 2002 67 km ENE of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 95 km
Mar 13, 2011 78 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 107 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 1 238 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 75 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 84 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 101 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 126 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 171 km
Hanish Shield 422 m (1,385 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
June 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 93°F (34°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 92°F (33°C) 0.6 in
September 89°F (31°C) 0.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Wettest
December 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in

Médého has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 74°F in January to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Médého

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djibouti-Ambouli AirportJIBLarge Airport
Assa-Gueyla Airport-Small Airport
Chabelley Airport-Small Airport
Herkale Airport-Small Airport
Holhol Airport-Small Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
Obock AirportOBCSmall Airport
Perim / Mayyun East Airfield-Small Airport
Perim Air Base-Small Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
630 m (2,067 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 Médého

What is the population of Médého?

Médého has a population of 4,000 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 3,448 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Médého?

Médého has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.1 inches.

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