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Torit, South Sudan
Eastern Equatoria · South Sudan
Torit is a small city in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan with a population of 20,048. Elevation: 2,024 ft (617 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Torit
Torit is a city in South Sudan that is the headquarters of Torit County in Eastern Equatoria State. The Equitoria Corps mutinied in Torit after independence rather than be removed to Khartoum and Arab control, starting the first civil war in Sudan. On August 18, 1955, the Torit mutiny began in Eastern Equatoria.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,048 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.4118°, 32.5705° |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
| Country | 🇸🇸 South Sudan |
| State / Province | Eastern Equatoria |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,030 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Torit
Torit is a small city in South Sudan (Eastern Equatoria) with a population of 20,048. The city sits at an elevation of 2,024 feet (617 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Juba.
Climate in Torit
Torit has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1282 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above South Sudan avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Area | 317.5 sq mi (822.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.4118°N, 32.5705°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Juba |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in |
Torit has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Torit
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orphanage Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Torit East Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Theresa Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Torit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torit Market | |||||
| Torit Market |
Hotels in Torit
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Torit
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Torit
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Torit
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Torit
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Torit
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bandingilo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Torit Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Torit
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Africa Inland Church (AIC) | |
| Grace Cathedral | |
| Our Lady of the Holy Rosary | |
| St. Peter and Paul Cathedral |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Torit
What is the population of Torit?
Torit has a population of 20,048 residents and is located in South Sudan. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 317.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Torit?
Torit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches.