Standard TimeUTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time
|
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Asmara |
Mogolo time compared to Beijing time (China) |
5 hours ahead |
Mogolo is a town in the southern part of the State of Eritrea and is part of the Gash Barka Region. It is located on the East African plateau at an altitude of about 650 meters above sea level and has a savannah climate with distinct wet and dry seasons and low annual precipitation. The area around Mogolo is predominantly agricultural, with crops such as sorghum and maize being grown, while animal husbandry also plays an important role. Due to its proximity to the border, the town has historically been a trading node, but infrastructure is relatively rudimentary.
Located in the interior of southern Eritrea, Mogolo's terrain is dominated by hills and plains, and its climate is arid and hot, with an average annual temperature of about 25-30°C. The town's natural environment is suitable for drought-tolerant crops. Its natural environment is suitable for drought-tolerant crops, but water scarcity limits economic development. The town's population is predominantly Tigrinya, with a traditional lifestyle and a small community.
Mogolo's culture is heavily influenced by Eritrean Christian and Islamic traditions, and simple marketplaces and religious practices are maintained there. The economy is dependent on subsistence agriculture and lacks an industrial base, with transportation relying mainly on road links to the capital Asmara. As a remote town, Mogolo has played a limited role in Eritrea's development, but exemplifies what is typical of the country's rural areas.
06:54
Local Time
18:08
Local Time