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Ruqi, Somalia
Awdal · Somalia
Ruqi is a large city in Awdal, Somalia with a population of 148,702. Elevation: 3,652 ft (1,113 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 148,702 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,652 ft (1,113 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9729°, 43.4276° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Awdal |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.1 inches (460 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ruqi
Ruqi is a large city in Somalia (Awdal) with a population of 148,702. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet (1,113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Climate in Ruqi
Ruqi has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.4°C), the coldest is Dec (18.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.2°F |
| 32% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,652 ft (1,113 m) |
| Area | 3,439.7 sq mi (8,908.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9729°N, 43.4276°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Ruqi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 64°F in December to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.5") and December the driest (0.1").
Stadiums & Teams in Ruqi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ruqi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Egal International Airport | HGA | Large Airport |
| Gerad Wilwal International Airport | JIJ | Large Airport |
| Borama Airport | BXX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Ruqi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ruqi
8 places within 15 km
- • Buur Cabaaddheer
- • Buur Cagwiyille
- • Buur Geelwanaaje
- • Buur Shallowdheere
- • Buuraha Carmo
- + 3 more
🇸🇴 About Somalia
Frequently Asked Questions About Ruqi
What is the population of Ruqi?
Ruqi has a population of 148,702 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 3,439.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ruqi?
Ruqi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches.