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Ansongo, Mali
Gao · Mali
Ansongo is a small town in Gao, Mali with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
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About Ansongo
Ansongo is a rural commune and small town in the Gao Region of eastern Mali. The town lies on the left bank of the Niger River 90 km south of Gao. It is the administrative center for the surrounding Ansongo Cercle. The commune covers an area of 445 square kilometers and in the 2009 census had a population of 32,709.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,000 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6597°, 0.5022° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
| Country | 🇲🇱 Mali |
| State / Province | Gao |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.3 inches (236 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ansongo
Ansongo is a small town in Mali (Gao) with a population of 3,000. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bamako.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.6°F |
| 57% above Mali avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 171.8 sq mi (445.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6597°N, 0.5022°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 92°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 87°F (30°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Ansongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 75°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ansongo
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOUMBARIA | - | - | - | - |
| Lellahoye --ile | - | - | - | - |
| ZAKOYRA | - | - | - | - |
| Seyna-Île | - | - | - | - |
| SEYNA-GOURMA | - | - | - | - |
| SEYNA | - | - | - | - |
| MEKARA | - | - | - | - |
| LELLEHOYE [2ème C] | - | - | - | - |
| HASSANE NIENDOU (LELLEHOYE) | - | - | - | - |
| École de Goléa | - | - | - | - |
| DOUMBARIA | - | - | - | - |
| ANSONGO I A | - | - | - | - |
| BADJI-HAOUSSA S/C | - | - | - | - |
| École de Badji Gourma | - | - | - | - |
| BADJI - HAOUSSA B | - | - | - | - |
| BADJI - HAOUSSA A | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée de Badji Gourma | - | - | - | - |
| ANSONGO II C | - | - | - | - |
| ANSONGO II B | - | - | - | - |
| ANSONGO II A | - | - | - | - |
| ANSONGO I B | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Ansongo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché d Ansongo |
Airports Near Ansongo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gao International Airport | GAQ | Medium Airport |
| Ansongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tassiga Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ansongo?
Ansongo has a population of 3,000 residents and is located in Mali. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 171.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ansongo?
Ansongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches.