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Athiémé, Benin

Mono · Benin

Athiémé is a small city in Mono, Benin with a population of 15,195. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,195 Population 215/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Athiémé

Athiémé

Athiémé is a town and arrondissement located in the Mono Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of 220 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 56,483 people.

People

Population15,195
Density215/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population15,195
Population Density215 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates6.5808°, 1.6696°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceMono
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,011 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Athiémé

Athiémé is a small city in Benin (Mono) with a population of 15,195. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Athiémé

Athiémé has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1083 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 30.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 109.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 172.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 170.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 123.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 152.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 44.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.8
Athiémé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Benin avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area70.6 sq mi (182.9 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates6.5808°N, 1.6696°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4.

Sep 11, 2009 13 km NNE of Abomey-Calavi, Benin M4.4 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1933 GOLD COAST Earthquake - - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
March 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 4.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 2.0 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in

Athiémé has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Athiémé

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique d'Ahoho - - - -
EPP GOUDON - - - -
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Radio Stations near Athiémé

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Cotonou 94.3 african music, general MP3
RADIO MARIA TOGO (TG) catholic, catolica MP3 64 kbps
Radio Gameli (TG) - MP3 128 kbps
ORTB Radio Parakou music, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Athiémé

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée du Musicien Gnonnas Pedro

Libraries in Athiémé

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aglé Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque chrétienne de Vogan0.0
Bibliothèque chrétienne de Vogan0.0
Bibliothèque de lecture Publique0.0

Farmers Markets in Athiémé

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adrigogbonou
Grand Marché de Vogan (Gbeke)
Marché
Marché central de Comé
Marché d'agomé glozou
Marché de Dagbati
Marché de Mamissi
Marché de Tabligbo
Marché de TSITSOGBE
Marché de Vodoupé
Marché Honhoué
Marché zounhè

Stadiums & Teams in Athiémé

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Athiémé

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cotonou Cadjehoun International AirportCOOLarge Airport
Lomé–Tokoin International AirportLFWLarge Airport
Bohicon/Cana Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Elevation
63 m (207 ft)
Area
220.0 km² (84.9 mi²)
Mayor
Saturnin Dansou

🇧🇯 About Benin

Capital Porto-Novo
Population 11,485,048
Area 112,620 km²
GDP (USD) $19,673,291,004
GDP per capita $1,394
HDI 0.515
Life expectancy 60.8 years
Internet users 32.2%
Urban population 51.8%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +229
TLD .bj
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Benin

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 10 Traditional Day Traditional Day
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Aug 1 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Oct 26 Armed Forces Day Armed Forces Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Nov 30 National Day National Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Athiémé

What is the population of Athiémé?

Athiémé has a population of 15,195 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Athiémé?

Athiémé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

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