Sudan . Pop. 1.8M . 84 Mbps . 6,232 POIs . KRT

Omdurman_

Northern Africa, Sudan
Country Sudan
Region Northern Africa
1.8M
Population
84 Mbps
Internet
6,232
Total POIs
28.1C
Avg Temp
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.

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.

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