Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
1.8M
Population
84 Mbps
Internet
KRT (10km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Omdurman's dusty streets burst with Sufi drum circles and the world's largest souk, a chaotic swirl of spices, camels, and gold traders. Adventurous visitors navigate the scorching Sahelian heat to experience Nile-side rituals, though connectivity remains patchy for dedicated remote setups.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Sudan
Region
Northern Africa
Population
1.8M
Currency
SDG
Language
Arabic
Airport
KRT
GPS
15.64, 32.48
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
739 restaurants mapped in Omdurman
Tech
84 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
A major city with a population of 1,849,659
INFRASTRUCTURE
6,232 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
739
Cafes
167
Bars
4
Fast Food
43
Shopping
Supermarkets
740
Convenience
106
Shopping Malls
58
Healthcare
Hospitals
210
Clinics
113
Pharmacies
612
Education
Schools
331
Universities
135
Libraries
32
Recreation
Parks
190
Playgrounds
36
Sports
66
Cinemas
18
Museums
10
Theatres
22
Transport
Bus Stops
93
Train Stations
5
Fuel Stations
182
Services
Banks
211
ATMs
149
Post Offices
8
Police
96
Fire Stations
3
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
84 Mbps
Download
16 Mbps
Upload
170ms
Latency
177
Tests
69
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Mar
24°
J
25°
F
26°
M
28°
A
30°
M
32°
J
32°
J
32°
A
30°
S
28°
O
26°
N
25°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 28.1 C Range: 24.1 - 32.1 C Rain: 113 mm/year Sunshine: 3,856 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.5
Nomad Index
A
Livability
32.8
Culture
61.2
Overall
AIRPORT
KRT
Khartoum International Airport
10 km from center
Very close — ~15 min ride
FUN FACTS
Omdurman lies on the west bank of the River Nile, opposite and northwest of the capital city of Khartoum.
Kitchener restored Khartoum as the capital and, from 1899 until 1956 Sudan was jointly governed by Great Britain and Egypt.
Geography Neighbourhoods Ombadda Climate Omdurman features a hot arid climate, with only the summer months seeing noticeable precipitation.
Arguably speaking to be within the non-defined boundaries of Omdurman, the project was estimated to be completed by 2012 with an estimated budget of $530 million.
Omdurman's location in the center of the country, almost within the national capital, facilitates its connection to all the capitals and cities of the various states of Sudan, by land via paved roads and seasonal roads.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Omdurman known for?
Omdurman's dusty streets burst with Sufi drum circles and the world's largest souk, a chaotic swirl of spices, camels, and gold traders. Adventurous visitors navigate the scorching Sahelian heat to experience Nile-side rituals, though connectivity remains patchy for dedicated remote setups.
How fast is the internet in Omdurman?
Omdurman has an average download speed of 84 Mbps and upload speed of 16 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Omdurman?
Omdurman has an average year-round temperature of approximately 28.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Omdurman?
Omdurman is served by KRT (Khartoum International Airport), approximately 10 km from the city center.
What is the population of Omdurman?
The population of Omdurman is approximately 1.8M.
What infrastructure does Omdurman have?
Omdurman has 6,232 mapped points of interest, including 739 restaurants, 210 hospitals, 331 schools.
What country is Omdurman in?
Omdurman is located in Sudan.