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Sohag · Egypt
Sohag is a large city in Sohag, Egypt with a population of 266,944. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Sohag
Sohag, also spelled as Suhag or Suhaj, is a city on the west bank of the Nile in Egypt. It has been the capital of Sohag Governorate since 1960, before which the capital was Girga and the name of the governorate was Girga Governorate. It also included Esna Governorate.
People
Climate
| Population | 266,944 |
| Population Density | 10,169 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.5570°, 31.6948° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Sohag |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.0 inches (1 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sohag
Sohag is a large city in Egypt (Sohag) with a population of 266,944. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Sohag
Sohag has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Aug (33.3°C), the coldest is Jan (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 2 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 26.3 sq mi (68.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,169/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.5570°N, 31.6948°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in |
Sohag has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 57°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 0.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Sohag
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sohag University | University | — | — |
| Sohag University | University | — | — |
| Sohag University | University | — | — |
| Universities and institutes area | University | — | — |
| المبني الإداري لجامعة سوهاج | College | — | — |
| كلية الاداب | College | — | — |
| كلية التربية | College | — | — |
| كلية الحاسبات والمعلومات | College | — | — |
| كلية الحقوق | College | — | — |
| كلية الزراعة | College | — | — |
| كلية الصيدلة | College | — | — |
| كلية الطب البيطري | College | — | — |
| كلية الهندسة | College | — | — |
| كلية طب الأسنان | College | — | — |
Schools in Sohag
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| البطل على عثمان الاعدادية بنين - Ali Osman elementary school | — | — | — | — |
| الثانوية العسكرية بنين -Sohag Military Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة راهبات قلب يسوع المصريات | — | — | — | — |
| Mabrouk Al Azhary Institute | — | — | — | — |
| البطل على عثمان الاعدادية بنين - Ali Osman elementary school | — | — | — | — |
| الثانوية العسكرية بنين -Sohag Military Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة راهبات قلب يسوع المصريات | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sohag
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Farmers Markets in Sohag
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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Hotels in Sohag
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sohag
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sohag
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sohag
26 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sohag
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sohag
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sohag
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sohag
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sohag
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Sohag Stadium |
Airports Near Sohag
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asyut International Airport | ATZ | Large Airport |
| Sohag International Airport | HMB | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Sohag
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Egypt Post | |
| Egypt Post |
Treatment Centers in Sohag
26 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| D emil khela | ||
| Email khela | ||
| احمد الطيب | ||
| احمد رضوان | ||
| اسامة عبد الحميد | ||
| اسكندر عزمى | ||
| اكرم قدرى | ||
| الزهراء السيد شرف | ||
| ايمن طه موسى | ||
| د.اسحق كامل | ||
| د.اكرم شعبان | ||
| د.اميل خله | ||
| د.جمال مازن | ||
| د.شادية حراز | ||
| د.عاطف حراز | ||
| د.محمد صفوت | ||
| د.مهاب رياض | ||
| د.مينا مفيد | ||
| رمضان ابو الحسن | ||
| سهام صديق | ||
| شادى فاروق | ||
| عاطف حبيب | ||
| م ناصر | ||
| مايكل سامى | ||
| محمود عبدالحفيظ | ||
| نظام كامل |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sohag
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| mosque | |
| mosque | |
| mosque | |
| mosque | |
| Red Monastery | |
| Red Monastery | |
| White Monastery | |
| White Monastery | |
| أيام للسياحة |
Quick Facts
Around Sohag
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sohag
7 places within 15 km
- • Athribis (Upper Egypt)
- • Awlad Azzaz Site
- • Gate of Ptolemy IX
- • Merritt Temple of Amun
- • Temple of Ptolemy IX (Physkon)
- + 2 more
🇪🇬 About Egypt
Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sohag
What is the population of Sohag?
Sohag has a population of 266,944 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 10,169 people per square mile, spread across 26.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sohag?
Sohag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.0 inches.