Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.4M
Population
100 km2
Area
56 Mbps
Internet
298m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
NDJ (3km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
N'Djamena is the capital and largest city of Chad. It is also a special statute region, divided into 10 districts or arrondissements, similar to the city of Paris.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Chad
Region
Middle Africa
Population
1.4M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
298 m
Currency
XAF
Language
Arabic
Status
Capital City
Airport
NDJ
GPS
12.11, 15.04
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
56 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Travel
NDJ airport just 3 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,546 total POIs 15.5 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
70
Cafes
13
Bars
45
Fast Food
16
Shopping
Supermarkets
20
Convenience
7
Shopping Malls
10
Healthcare
Hospitals
58
Clinics
38
Pharmacies
72
Education
Schools
204
Universities
49
Libraries
8
Recreation
Parks
110
Playgrounds
6
Sports
91
Cinemas
1
Museums
4
Theatres
2
Transport
Bus Stops
23
Train Stations
73
Fuel Stations
99
Services
Banks
81
ATMs
19
Post Offices
7
Police
48
Fire Stations
3
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
56 Mbps
Download
14 Mbps
Upload
65ms
Latency
847
Tests
334
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
25°
J
25°
F
26°
M
27°
A
27°
M
28°
J
28°
J
28°
A
27°
S
27°
O
26°
N
25°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.6 C Range: 25.2 - 28 C Rain: 1,157 mm/year Sunshine: 3,490 h/year
CITY SCORES
90.5
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.7
Overall
AIRPORT
NDJ
N'Djamena International Airport
3 km from center
Very close — ~5 min ride
FUN FACTS
N'Djamena (English: ən-jah-MAY-nə) is the capital and largest city of Chad.
Originally called Fort-Lamy, it was founded in 1900 by the French during their colonization of Central Africa.
The city was renamed N'Djamena in 1973, reflecting its local Chadian heritage.
Its strategic location near the borders of Cameroon and Nigeria has historically made it an important crossroads for trade and cultural exchange in the region.
N'Djamena is situated on the Chari River in the southwestern part of Chad, near Lake Chad.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is N'Djamena known for?
N'Djamena is a city in Chad. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in N'Djamena?
N'Djamena has an average download speed of 56 Mbps and upload speed of 14 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in N'Djamena?
N'Djamena has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves N'Djamena?
N'Djamena is served by NDJ (N'Djamena International Airport), approximately 3 km from the city center.
What is the population of N'Djamena?
The population of N'Djamena is approximately 1.4M.
What infrastructure does N'Djamena have?
N'Djamena has 1,546 mapped points of interest, including 70 restaurants, 58 hospitals, 204 schools.
What country is N'Djamena in?
N'Djamena is located in Chad.
