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Waddān, Libya
Al Jufrah · Libya
Waddān is a small city in Al Jufrah, Libya with a population of 10,150. Elevation: 823 ft (251 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Waddān
Waddan is an oasis town of the Sahara Desert in the northeast Fezzan region of southwest Libya, in the Jufra District. It was an important town on the ancient trade routes across the Sahara.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,150 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.1614°, 16.1390° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Al Jufrah |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.1 inches (28 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Waddān
Waddān is a small city in Libya (Al Jufrah) with a population of 10,150. The city sits at an elevation of 823 feet (251 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Waddān
Waddān has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 27 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 278.1 sq mi (720.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1614°N, 16.1390°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in |
Waddān has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (0.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Waddān
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة فاطمة الزهراء للتعليم الاساسي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة المقرون | — | — | — | — |
| High School Boys | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة عقبة بن نافع | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة العهد الجديد | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الإمام | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Quran School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة أحـمد قنابة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ابي الحسن بودان | — | — | — | — |
| نقابة المعلمين - ودان The teachers' union | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخنساء | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Waddān
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Cafes in Waddān
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Waddān
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Waddān
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Waddān
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Waddān
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Waddān
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Waddān
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Jufra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hon Airport | HUQ | Small Airport |
| Waddan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Waddān
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب بريد ودان |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Waddān
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abdullah Agel mosque | |
| جامع ودان العتيق | |
| مسجد ابوبكر الصديق | |
| مسجد الصوان | |
| مسجد معاوية بن ابي سفيان |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waddān
What is the population of Waddān?
Waddān has a population of 10,150 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 278.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waddān?
Waddān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.1 inches.