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Ouê‘a, Djibouti

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Ouê‘a is a small town in Djibouti, Djibouti with a population of 3,879. Elevation: 1,398 ft (426 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,879 Population 5,038/sq mi density
1,398 ft Elevation 426 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
7.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Ouê‘a

Ouê‘a

Weʽa or Wêʽa is a town in the Arta Region of Djibouti. It is located on the RN-1 National Highway, which connects it to Djibouti City, located some 37 kilometres to the east. Weʽa is the second largest city in the Arta Region after Arta and before Damerjog. It is the primary transportation hub in western Djibouti via highway. The town is situated in a small valley.

People

Population3,879
Density5,038/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain7.0 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Population3,879
Population Density5,038 / sq mi
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Coordinates11.5031°, 42.8553°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceDjibouti
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation7.0 inches (177 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ouê‘a

Ouê‘a is a small town in Djibouti (Djibouti) with a population of 3,879. The city sits at an elevation of 1,398 feet (426 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Climate in Ouê‘a

Ouê‘a 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 260 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 24.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 55.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 23.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 9.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 42.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 28.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.4
Ouê‘a has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 7.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,398 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average83.8°F
55% above Djibouti avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density5,038/sq mi
Coordinates11.5031°N, 42.8553°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.0"
82% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 1.06"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 5 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 26 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 21 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 96 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 79 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 52 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 40 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 62 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 49 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 94 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 20 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 137 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 25 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 24 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 139 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 79 km
Mar 9, 1997 14 km NNE of Loyada, Djibouti M4.9 51 km
Aug 10, 2002 67 km ENE of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 132 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 64 km
Mar 13, 2011 78 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 132 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 1 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 43 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 121 km
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 122 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 136 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 167 km
Gabillema Stratovolcano 1,459 m (4,787 ft) Unknown 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.4 in
June 93°F (34°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 94°F (35°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 93°F (34°C) 0.6 in
September 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in Wettest
December 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in

Ouê‘a has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 75°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Ouê‘a

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École de Ouéa - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Ouê‘a

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش
Marche de FABTACH متجر فابتاش
Marché de Hayableh السوق هيابلي
Marché de Hayableh السوق هيابلي

Stadiums & Teams in Ouê‘a

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ouê‘a

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Djibouti-Ambouli AirportJIBLarge Airport
Ali-Sabieh AirportAIISmall Airport
Assa-Gueyla Airport-Small Airport
Chabelley Airport-Small Airport
Dikhil Airport-Small Airport
Holhol Airport-Small Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
Obock AirportOBCSmall Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Ouê‘a

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Maison de santé مركز صحي

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ouê‘a

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosquée de Ouéa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
455 m (1,493 ft)
Twinned With
Lampedusa e Linosa, Sant Francesc de Formentera

🇩🇯 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 Ouê‘a

What is the population of Ouê‘a?

Ouê‘a has a population of 3,879 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 5,038 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ouê‘a?

Ouê‘a has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.0 inches.

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