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Suakin, Sudan
Red Sea · Sudan
Suakin is a mid-size city in Red Sea, Sudan with a population of 42,456. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Suakin
Suakin or Sawakin is a port city in northeastern Sudan, on the west coast of the Red Sea. It was formerly the region's chief port, but is now secondary to Port Sudan, about 50 kilometres (30 mi) north.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,456 |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1059°, 37.3321° |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
| Country | 🇸🇩 Sudan |
| State / Province | Red Sea |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.5 inches (63 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Suakin
Suakin is a mid-size city in Sudan (Red Sea) with a population of 42,456. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Khartoum.
Climate in Suakin
Suakin has an average annual temperature of 29.3°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.3°C), the coldest is Feb (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 129 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.9°F |
| 55% above Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1059°N, 37.3321°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Khartoum |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 94°F (35°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 95°F (35°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in |
Suakin has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 74°F in January to 95°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 2.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.7") and February the driest (0.0").
Museums in Suakin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Hadab Museum |
Hotels in Suakin
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Suakin
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Suakin
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Sudan New International Airport | PZU | Large Airport |
| Carthago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Port Sudan Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Suakin
What is the population of Suakin?
Suakin has a population of 42,456 residents and is located in Sudan..
What is the weather like in Suakin?
Suakin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.5 inches.