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Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau
Bafatá · Guinea-Bissau
Bafatá is a mid-size city in Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau with a population of 33,502. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bafatá
Bafatá is the second-largest city in Guinea-Bissau, known as the birthplace of Amílcar Cabral. The town has a population of 22,501. It is the capital of Bafatá Region as well as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bafatá, which was established in March 2001 with Carlos Pedro Zilli as bishop.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,502 |
| Population Density | 104 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.1658°, -14.6617° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bissau |
| Country | 🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau |
| State / Province | Bafatá |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.4 inches (1,609 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bafatá
Bafatá is a mid-size city in Guinea-Bissau (Bafatá) with a population of 33,502. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bissau.
Climate in Bafatá
Bafatá has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.6°C), the coldest is Dec (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2161 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Guinea-Bissau avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 323.2 sq mi (837.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.1658°N, 14.6617°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bissau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 19.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Bafatá has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (19.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Bafatá
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bafatá
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bafatá
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bafatá
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bafatá
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafatá Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gabu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
| Piche Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quebo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bafatá
What is the population of Bafatá?
Bafatá has a population of 33,502 residents and is located in Guinea-Bissau. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 323.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bafatá?
Bafatá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches.