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Agadez, Niger
Agadez · Niger
Agadez is a large city in Agadez, Niger with a population of 149,549. Elevation: 1,657 ft (505 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).
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About Agadez
Agadez, formerly spelled Agadès, is the fifth largest city in Niger, with a population of 110,497 based on the 2012 census. The capital of the eponymous Agadez Region, the city lies in the Sahara desert, and is also the capital of the Sultanate of Agadez, one of the traditional Tuareg–Berber federations. The historic centre of the town has been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
People
Climate
| Population | 149,549 |
| Population Density | 491 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9733°, 7.9911° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Agadez |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.7 inches (120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Agadez
Agadez is a large city in Niger (Agadez) with a population of 149,549. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet (505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Agadez
Agadez has an average annual temperature of 29.4°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (35°C), the coldest is Jan (20.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 165 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.4°F |
| 54% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Area | 304.6 sq mi (788.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9733°N, 7.9911°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Todra Volcanic Field (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Todra Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,780 m (5,840 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 94°F (34°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 94°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 88°F (31°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Agadez has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 68°F in January to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 4.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Agadez
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| École de Mine de l'Air | College | — | — |
| École de mine de l'Aïr | College | — | — |
| École Suéprieur Management | College | — | — |
| ESEG d’Agadez | College | — | — |
Schools in Agadez
42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire Nassaraoua | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Dagmannete | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Azzine | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Toudou | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole EST | — | — | — | — |
| Madrassa Sabongari | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Aeroport | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Medersa Aeroport | — | — | — | — |
| CSP Franco Arabe Alkhidma | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Medersa Dagmannete | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Obitara | — | — | — | — |
| CSP Mamar | — | — | — | — |
| CES Maï Manga Oumara | — | — | — | — |
| CES Franco Arabe Abba Wage | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Rhony | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire TP | — | — | — | — |
| École Azine 1 | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire sabon gari | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire MEDRESSA 1 SABON GARI | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole EST | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire SABON Gari3 (jardin d'enfant) | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Dagamanet II | — | — | — | — |
| École mederesa Dagmanett II | — | — | — | — |
| CES Moussa Djermakoy | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Normal d'Instituteur | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Misrata | — | — | — | — |
| CSI Dagmanet | — | — | — | — |
| CSP Gassa | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire Privé Anour Masnat | — | — | — | — |
| Centre de Formation Professionnelle Abzin | — | — | — | — |
| CSP Elh Akomili | — | — | — | — |
| École Coranique Daroul-Qur'an | — | — | — | — |
| CSP Tina | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Dagamanet | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire MAI MANGA OUMARA | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Primaire Medersa Cheik Bouhari Tanoudé | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Professionnelle Hotélérie-Tourisme | — | — | — | — |
| École Coranique Adoua | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire Privé - La Joie des Enfants | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire TADEK | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire TEGAMA | — | — | — | — |
| École Coranique | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Agadez
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Agadez
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marche de Bétaille | |||||
| Marché Doli | |||||
| Marché Est | |||||
| Marche Gari (Kassouwa Gari) | |||||
| Marche Tôle | |||||
| Petit Marché de Bétail | |||||
| Rotch Marche de Nuit |
Hotels in Agadez
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Agadez
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Agadez
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Agadez
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Agadez
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Agadez
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Agadez
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Agadez
6 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Agadez
22 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Agadez
10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Agadez
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Agadez
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mano Dayak International Airport | AJY | Medium Airport |
| Niger Air Base 201 | — | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Agadez
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Niger |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Agadez
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Centre of Agadez | Cultural | 2013 |
| Historic Centre of Agadez |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Agadez
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agadez Mosque | |
| Coopération Evangélique au Niger | |
| Eglise Biblique du Agadez | |
| Eglise Misrata | |
| Eglise Mission Catholique | |
| Grande Mosquée | |
| Grande Mosquée de vendredi | |
| Maison henrith barth | |
| Masdjid Oumar ibn Alkhattab | |
| Mosquée Abawaje | |
| Mosquée de Gaoe | |
| Mosquée de Kanzou | |
| Mosquée de Kouba’a | |
| Mosquée de prière du vendredi | |
| Mosquée Gadhafi | |
| Mosquée Massallatchin Ahmayyad | |
| Mosquée SARDAWNA | |
| Mosquée Sardouna |
Quick Facts
Around Agadez
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Agadez
4 places within 15 km
- • Sultanat d'Agadez
- • Alouat
- • Tékassam
- • Tengilbéna
🇳🇪 About Niger
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Agadez
Public Holidays in Niger
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Agadez
What is the population of Agadez?
Agadez has a population of 149,549 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 491 people per square mile, spread across 304.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Agadez?
Agadez has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.7 inches.