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Waddi, Djibouti

Obock · Djibouti

Waddi is a small town in Obock, Djibouti with a population of 3,500. Elevation: 1,460 ft (445 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,500 Population 4,546/sq mi density
1,460 ft Elevation 445 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
5.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Djibouti Timezone

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About Waddi

Waddi is a town in the northern Obock region of Djibouti.

People

Population3,500
Density4,546/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain5.1 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Population3,500
Population Density4,546 / sq mi
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Coordinates12.3544°, 42.9264°
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti
Country🇩🇯 Djibouti
State / ProvinceObock
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation5.1 inches (129 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Waddi

Waddi is a small town in Djibouti (Obock) with a population of 3,500. The city sits at an elevation of 1,460 feet (445 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Djibouti.

Waddi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 5.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,460 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above Djibouti avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density4,546/sq mi
Coordinates12.3544°N, 42.9264°W
TimezoneAfrica/Djibouti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.1"
87% below Djibouti avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.71"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2.

Mar 5, 1992 4 km WSW of Arta, Djibouti M6.2 94 km
Apr 11, 1994 6 km SSW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.9 69 km
Apr 24, 1994 14 km W of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.6 84 km
Mar 16, 1993 19 km ESE of Gâlâfi, Djibouti M5.6 131 km
Mar 9, 1997 41 km SE of Obock, Djibouti M5.5 100 km
Jan 4, 2004 7 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 85 km
Jan 25, 2024 27 km SSE of Obock, Djibouti M5.4 84 km
Mar 8, 1997 21 km NE of Djibouti, Djibouti M5.4 77 km
Nov 2, 2001 22 km SSW of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 69 km
Aug 9, 2002 42 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.2 99 km
Jan 3, 2004 10 km NNE of Goubétto, Djibouti M5.2 95 km
Jan 10, 2011 76 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.1 120 km
Jan 30, 2011 81 km E of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 127 km
Apr 29, 2008 11 km SW of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 72 km
Apr 29, 2008 16 km SE of Tadjourah, Djibouti M5.0 75 km
Mar 8, 1997 26 km ESE of Obock, Djibouti M5.0 84 km
Oct 21, 2011 99 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 149 km
Aug 10, 2002 67 km ENE of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 107 km
Jan 10, 1992 45 km SSW of Dorra, Djibouti M4.9 92 km
Mar 13, 2011 78 km E of Obock, Djibouti M4.9 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Mekunu:sagar Category 1 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gufa (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Gufa Volcanic field 600 m (1,969 ft) Unknown 48 km
Manda-Inakir Fissure vent(s) 600 m (1,969 ft) 1928 79 km
Assab Volcanic Field Volcanic field 987 m (3,238 ft) Unknown 85 km
Ardoukoba Fissure vent(s) 298 m (978 ft) 1978 99 km
Hanish Shield 422 m (1,385 ft) Unknown 153 km
Dubbi Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1861 182 km
Dama Ali Shield 1,068 m (3,504 ft) 1631 185 km
Zukur Shield 624 m (2,047 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.7 in Wettest
September 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Waddi has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 75°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Waddi

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Assab International AirportASAMedium Airport
Assa-Gueyla Airport-Small Airport
Herkale Airport-Small Airport
Moucha AirportMHISmall Airport
New Mocha-Small Airport
Obock AirportOBCSmall Airport
Perim / Mayyun East Airfield-Small Airport
Perim Air Base-Small Airport
Sayma-Small Airport
Sayma Airfield-Small Airport
Tadjoura AirportTDJSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Djibouti
Elevation
285 m (935 ft)

🇩🇯 About Djibouti

Capital Djibouti
Population 958,920
Area 23,000 km²
GDP (USD) $3,898,447,007
GDP per capita $3,381
HDI 0.513
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 65.0%
Urban population 72.8%
Currency DJF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French
Calling code +253
TLD .dj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waddi

What is the population of Waddi?

Waddi has a population of 3,500 residents and is located in Djibouti. The population density is 4,546 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Waddi?

Waddi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.1 inches.

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