Abéché facts for kids
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Abéché
أبشه
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 Abéché
Location in Chad
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| Country |  Chad |
| Region | Ouaddaï Region |
| Department | Ouara |
| Sub-Prefecture | Abéché |
| Elevation | 542 m (1,778 ft) |
| Population
(2012)
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| • Total | 76,492 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (Central Africa) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+1 (not observed) |
Abéché (Arabic: أبشه, Absha) is the fourth largest city in Chad. It is the capital of the Ouaddaï Region. The city has old palaces, mosques, and tombs of past leaders.
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History of Abéché
Becoming a Capital City
Abéché became the capital of the Wadai Sultanate in the 1890s. This happened after the water wells in the old capital, Ouara, dried up.
French Influence and Changes
In 1909, French soldiers arrived and took control of Abéché. They made the sultan give up his power. At that time, Abéché was the biggest city in Chad, with about 28,000 people. However, many diseases spread, and by 1919, the population dropped to 6,000.
In 1935, the French government brought back the sultanate. Muhammed Ouarada became the new leader.
What Abéché is Known For Today
Abéché was once an important stop on a historical trade route. Today, it is known for its busy markets and beautiful mosques. There is also a church and a main square called Place de l'Indépendance. The city also has the sultan's palace.
Abéché has several schools, a hospital, and a university. It is also home to a major army base for Chad's national army. The city has a small airport (AEH/FTTC) that operates during the day. It has flights to N'Djaména, the capital of Chad.
Recent Events in Abéché
On November 25, 2006, a group briefly took control of the city. They caused a lot of damage. The next day, the Chadian army took the city back.
In October 2007, Abéché gained international attention. This was due to an incident involving French volunteers from a charity.
Helping Others in Abéché
Abéché is a very important center for helping people. About 240,000 refugees from Darfur, a region in Sudan, live in camps near the city. Many organizations, like the UNHCR and UNICEF, have offices here. They provide aid and support to these refugees.
People Living in Abéché
Population Growth
The number of people living in Abéché has changed over the years:
| Year | Population |
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| 1988 | 40,000 |
| 1993 | 54,628 |
| 2008 | 78,191 |
| 2012 | 76,492 |
Economy of Abéché
Abéché is surrounded by savanna grasslands. This makes it an important place for raising cattle. One of the local industries is making blankets from camel hair.
Getting Around Abéché
Abéché has major roads that connect it to N'Djamena, the capital. It also connects to Sarh and to neighboring Sudan. The Abéché Airport serves the city, with flights to N'Djamena and Faya-Largeau.
Education in Abéché
The Lycee Franco-Arabe school is located in Abéché.
Famous People from Abéché
- Youssouf Saleh Abbas, a Chadian political leader who was Prime Minister from 2008 to 2010.
- Arabi El Goni, a politician.
Climate in Abéché
Abéché is one of the hottest major cities in Chad. It has a hot arid climate, which means it's very dry and hot. On average, it gets over 336 afternoons a year where the temperature is above 32°C (90°F).
The hottest months are from March to June. The city has a rainy season in the middle of the year, from June to September.
| Climate data for Abéché (1961-1990 normals, extremes 1950–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 45.0 (113.0) |
46.0 (114.8) |
47.5 (117.5) |
49.0 (120.2) |
47.5 (117.5) |
46.5 (115.7) |
44.0 (111.2) |
40.0 (104.0) |
42.0 (107.6) |
44.6 (112.3) |
43.0 (109.4) |
43.0 (109.4) |
49.0 (120.2) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 33.6 (92.5) |
35.6 (96.1) |
38.2 (100.8) |
40.4 (104.7) |
40.0 (104.0) |
38.5 (101.3) |
34.5 (94.1) |
32.1 (89.8) |
35.1 (95.2) |
37.4 (99.3) |
35.7 (96.3) |
34.0 (93.2) |
36.3 (97.3) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 24.9 (76.8) |
26.9 (80.4) |
30.1 (86.2) |
32.8 (91.0) |
32.8 (91.0) |
31.7 (89.1) |
28.8 (83.8) |
27.0 (80.6) |
28.6 (83.5) |
29.7 (85.5) |
27.7 (81.9) |
25.5 (77.9) |
28.9 (84.0) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 16.1 (61.0) |
18.2 (64.8) |
22.0 (71.6) |
25.1 (77.2) |
25.6 (78.1) |
24.9 (76.8) |
23.1 (73.6) |
21.8 (71.2) |
22.0 (71.6) |
22.0 (71.6) |
19.7 (67.5) |
16.9 (62.4) |
21.4 (70.5) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 7.1 (44.8) |
9.5 (49.1) |
11.0 (51.8) |
11.0 (51.8) |
17.0 (62.6) |
16.5 (61.7) |
15.0 (59.0) |
9.5 (49.1) |
15.5 (59.9) |
12.5 (54.5) |
11.5 (52.7) |
8.6 (47.5) |
7.1 (44.8) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.00) |
3.2 (0.13) |
12.1 (0.48) |
34.6 (1.36) |
98.1 (3.86) |
166.2 (6.54) |
53.4 (2.10) |
5.1 (0.20) |
0.1 (0.00) |
0.0 (0.0) |
372.8 (14.68) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.1 mm) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 20 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 27 | 41 | 60 | 71 | 61 | 35 | 23 | 23 | 34 |
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 316.2 | 291.2 | 300.7 | 300.0 | 313.1 | 300.0 | 254.2 | 226.3 | 261.0 | 306.9 | 312.0 | 319.3 | 3,500.9 |
| Percent possible sunshine | 90 | 90 | 81 | 81 | 80 | 78 | 64 | 59 | 72 | 85 | 92 | 92 | 80 |
| Source 1: NOAA | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: WMO (precipitation days) | |||||||||||||
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Abéché
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The two mosques in Abéché
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Abéché Airport
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A leather shop in Abéché
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Abéché in 1918, seen from the French post
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Abéché Market in 1918
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Inside the Tata Fortress in 1918
See also
In Spanish: Abéché para niños
