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Dongola
City in Northern, Sudan
Overview
Dongola, capital of Sudan's Northern State, lies on the banks of the Nile and is a gateway to Nubian history and culture. The city is renowned for its blend of ancient sites, lively local markets, and welcoming communities. Visitors will discover a laid-back atmosphere and easy access to archaeological treasures along the Nile.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sudan
State
Northern
Population
56,167
Time Zone
Africa/Khartoum
Coordinates
19.18°, 30.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
25
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$490
Local Cost
$268
Local Income
$75
Cashless
15
English
20
Temperature
28.5°C
Summer Avg
35.7°C
Winter Avg
19.5°C
Record High
47.9°C
Record Low
2.4°C
Humidity
20%
Precipitation
4 mm
Internet Speed
4 Mbps
Upload
4 Mbps
Latency
387 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DOG
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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