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Saylac, Somalia
Awdal · Somalia
Saylac is a small city in Awdal, Somalia with a population of 18,600. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
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About Saylac
Zeila, also known as Zaila or Zayla, is a historical port town in the western Awdal region of Somaliland.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,600 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.3539°, 43.4731° |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
| Country | 🇸🇴 Somalia |
| State / Province | Awdal |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 97°F (36°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.6 inches (117 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saylac
Saylac is a small city in Somalia (Awdal) with a population of 18,600. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 97°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Mogadishu.
Climate in Saylac
Saylac has an average annual temperature of 29.3°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jul (32.8°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 297 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.9°F |
| 59% above Somalia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 97°F (36°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 4,930.4 sq mi (12,769.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.3539°N, 43.4731°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ardoukoba (112 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ardoukoba | Fissure vent(s) | 298 m (978 ft) | 1978 | 112 km |
| Gufa | Volcanic field | 600 m (1,969 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Manda-Inakir | Fissure vent(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | 1928 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 94°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 97°F (36°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 96°F (35°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 92°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Saylac has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 77°F in January to 97°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Saylac
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sa,Adudin Secunday School | — | — | — | — |
| Zeila School | — | — | — | — |
| Zeila Boarding School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Saylac
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| جيبة جيبوتي |
Hotels in Saylac
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saylac
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Saylac
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djibouti-Ambouli Airport | JIB | Large Airport |
| Chabelley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Holhol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moucha Airport | MHI | Small Airport |
| Obock Airport | OBC | Small Airport |
| Tadjoura Airport | TDJ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saylac
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Zeila Central Mosque | |
| مسجد القبلاين | |
| مسجد زيلع |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saylac
What is the population of Saylac?
Saylac has a population of 18,600 residents and is located in Somalia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4,930.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saylac?
Saylac has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 97°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.6 inches.