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Mogadishu, Somalia
Banaadir · Somalia
Mogadishu is a major city in Banaadir, Somalia with a population of 2,587,183. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Mogadishu
Mogadishu, locally known as Xamar or Hamar, is the capital and most populous city of Somalia. The city has served as an important port connecting traders across the Indian Ocean for millennia and has an estimated urban population of 4,126,815.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,587,183 |
| Population Density | 73,625 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0371°, 45.3438° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Banaadir |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.7 inches (476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mogadishu
Mogadishu is a major city in Somalia (Banaadir) with a population of 2,587,183. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Climate in Mogadishu
Mogadishu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 461 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 35.1 sq mi (91.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 73,625/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0371°N, 45.3438°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in |
Mogadishu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in July to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mogadishu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alhilal University | College | — | — |
| City University - YK Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| Commercial School | University | — | — |
| Hope University Mogadishu | University | — | — |
| Hormuud University (Banaadir Campus) | University | — | — |
| Horseed International University | University | — | — |
| Institute Of Modern Languages (IML), University Of Simad | University | — | — |
| Jamhuriya University of Science & Technology (JUST) | University | — | — |
| Jobkey University | University | — | — |
| Mogadishu University (Administration Office) | University | — | — |
| Police Training School | University | — | — |
| Somali Aviation Academy | University | — | — |
| Somali Marino Coast and Navy Guard | University | — | — |
| Somali National University | University | — | — |
| Somali National University - Shabelle Campus | University | — | — |
| Somali National University KM4 | University | — | — |
| Somali Technical Training Institute | University | — | — |
| University Of Somalia | University | — | — |
| Zamzam University | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Mogadishu
62+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Grammar International School | — | — | — | — |
| Tadamun School مدرسة التضامن | — | — | — | — |
| Haji Sufi School | — | — | — | — |
| Raage Ugaas School | — | — | — | — |
| Madrasa Mahmud Alharbi | — | — | — | — |
| dugsi hoose imam shafici | — | — | — | — |
| dugsi sare 1da MAY | — | — | — | — |
| Plasma university | — | — | — | — |
| dugsiyada imam malik | — | — | — | — |
| iskool Taleex (School Teleeh) | — | — | — | — |
| Jaabir Binu Hayaan Secondary & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga sare 15 May | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga Hoose Dhexe Sare ee Yaasiin Cismaan | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga Sare ee Bartamaha | — | — | — | — |
| Baarbe Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Xamar Wayne School | — | — | — | — |
| Al-Massal Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Turkish Maarif School | — | — | — | — |
| Tabaarak Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaaraan Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mohamud Harbi Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Salaaxudiin School | — | — | — | — |
| Somali Deaf School | — | — | — | — |
| Xasan Qariidi School | — | — | — | — |
| School ka Dhagaxtuur | — | — | — | — |
| Mohamed Bin Nasri al-Marwazi Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Star Primary and Secondry School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmed Gurey high school | — | — | — | — |
| Polytecnic Institute | — | — | — | — |
| 20th December School | — | — | — | — |
| October 21st Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bright Grammar International School | — | — | — | — |
| Tadamun School مدرسة التضامن | — | — | — | — |
| Haji Sufi School | — | — | — | — |
| Raage Ugaas School | — | — | — | — |
| Madrasa Mahmud Alharbi | — | — | — | — |
| dugsi hoose imam shafici | — | — | — | — |
| dugsi sare 1da MAY | — | — | — | — |
| Plasma university | — | — | — | — |
| dugsiyada imam malik | — | — | — | — |
| iskool Taleex (School Teleeh) | — | — | — | — |
| Jaabir Binu Hayaan Secondary & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga sare 15 May | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga Hoose Dhexe Sare ee Yaasiin Cismaan | — | — | — | — |
| Dugsiga Sare ee Bartamaha | — | — | — | — |
| Baarbe Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Xamar Wayne School | — | — | — | — |
| Al-Massal Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Turkish Maarif School | — | — | — | — |
| Tabaarak Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaaraan Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mohamud Harbi Primary and Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Salaaxudiin School | — | — | — | — |
| Somali Deaf School | — | — | — | — |
| Xasan Qariidi School | — | — | — | — |
| School ka Dhagaxtuur | — | — | — | — |
| Mohamed Bin Nasri al-Marwazi Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Star Primary and Secondry School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmed Gurey high school | — | — | — | — |
| Polytecnic Institute | — | — | — | — |
| 20th December School | — | — | — | — |
| October 21st Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mogadishu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mogadishu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masjidka Ali Geedi | ||||
| Masjidka Ali Geedi | ||||
| Shuceyb Center | ||||
| Shuceyb Center | ||||
| Somali National Museum |
Libraries in Mogadishu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somali National Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mogadishu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Hamar Weyne Fish market | |||||
| Suuqa Wayn |
Hotels in Mogadishu
18 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mogadishu
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mogadishu
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mogadishu
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mogadishu
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mogadishu
8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mogadishu
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mogadishu
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mogadishu
29 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mogadishu
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mogadishu
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mogadishu
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mogadishu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Eng. Yariisow Stadium | ||
| GOLSAN SPORTS | ||
| Mogadishu Stadium | ||
| Mogadishu University Stadium |
Airports Near Mogadishu
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aden Adde International Airport | MGQ | Large Airport |
| Baledogle Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dayniile Airport | — | Small Airport |
| K50 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Uadan Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mogadishu
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mahdi's House | |
| Mahdi's House | |
| Mogadishu GPO |
Treatment Centers in Mogadishu
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kuule Pediatric clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mogadishu
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abdul Rashid Mosque | |
| Ali Jimale Mosque | |
| Marwaas Mosque | |
| Masaajidka Biimaalow | |
| Masaajidka buulo deelaal | |
| masaajidka dugsiga imam malik | |
| Masjid Abubakr Sadiiq مسجد أبو بكر الصديق | |
| Masjid Alhaji Muhammad | |
| Masjid Cabdi Cali | |
| Masjidka Afarta Minaaradood | |
| Masjidka Al-Hidaaya | |
| Masjidka isbahaysiga جامع التضامن الإسلامي | |
| Masjidka Mogadishu | |
| Masjidka Saldhiga Galbeed | |
| Masjidka Xaaji Maxamuud Qaaje | |
| Mogadishu Cathedral | |
| Mogadishu Cathedral | |
| Xerta Sheikh Aadan Dheere | |
| المسجد التركي Turkish Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Mogadishu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Mogadishu
8 places within 15 km
- • Mnare Tower Lighthouse
- • Beco
- • Beerta Nabadda
- • cabdi casiis House buloxuubey
- • daarta tahliil warsame
- • guriga xasan c.maxamud
- + 2 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mogadishu
What is the population of Mogadishu?
Mogadishu has a population of 2,587,183 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 73,625 people per square mile, spread across 35.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mogadishu?
Mogadishu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches.