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Bambey, Senegal

Diourbel Region · Senegal

Bambey is a mid-size city in Diourbel Region, Senegal with a population of 37,374. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,374 Population 7,038/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
18.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar Timezone

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About Bambey

Bambey is a town and urban commune located in the Diourbel Region of Senegal. It will host the Petanque events at the 2026 Summer Youth Olympics.

People

Population37,374
Density7,038/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population37,374
Population Density7,038 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates14.7007°, -16.4591°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceDiourbel Region
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation18.9 inches (481 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bambey

Bambey is a mid-size city in Senegal (Diourbel Region) with a population of 37,374. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.

Climate in Bambey

Bambey has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.4°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 540 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 14.8° / 35.1° 0.3
Feb 26.4°C / 80°F 16.8° / 36.1° 1.8
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 18° / 39.1° 0.3
Apr 29.4°C / 85°F 18.8° / 40° 0.0
May 30.4°C / 87°F 20.4° / 40.5° 0.1
Jun 30.4°C / 87°F 22.4° / 38.4° 20.3
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 23.7° / 35.5° 96.5
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 33.9° 196.3
Sep 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 33.9° 188.4
Oct 30°C / 86°F 22.8° / 37.3° 35.8
Nov 28.6°C / 83°F 19.1° / 38.1° 0.4
Dec 26.2°C / 79°F 16.7° / 35.6° 0.0
Bambey has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Senegal avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density7,038/sq mi
Coordinates14.7007°N, 16.4591°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.9"
50% below Senegal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
October 83°F (29°C) 1.0 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Bambey has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.4") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Bambey

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Al Hazar - - - -
Baol Thiappi - - - -
college GSM - - - -
College Ablaye Gueye - - - -
Ecole élémentaire 4 - - - -
École primaire de Sew Ngaraf - - - -
École élementaire Franco arabe - - - -
College Baol Thiappi - - - -
École élémentaire Bambey 3 - - - -
Lycée de Bambey - - - -
École Élementaire 2 - - - -
Ecole Sainte Croix - - - -
CEM Bambey 3 - - - -
CEM Diery Fall - - - -
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Museums in Bambey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée de Diakhao

Libraries in Bambey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotheque universitaire0.0

Farmers Markets in Bambey

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de bambey
Marché de Diourbel
Marché de Ndondol
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché Ndoumbé Diop

Restaurants in Bambey

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Les délices du baol
Restaurant ISFAR

Clinics in Bambey

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centre médical universitaire de Bambey

Veterinaries in Bambey

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SN #6335916570

Train Stations in Bambey

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bambey
Ndangalma

Bus Stations in Bambey

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gare Routière de Bambey
Gare routière de Ndondol

Gas Stations in Bambey

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BD Oil
Shell
SN #5744444849
SN #7064952544
SN #7064952562
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Stadiums & Teams in Bambey

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bambey

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blaise Diagne International AirportDSSLarge Airport
Kaolack AirportKLCMedium Airport
Djilor Pout Pout Airport-Small Airport
Saly-Joseph Aerodrome-Small Airport
Thiès Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bambey

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gouye teugg
Mosquée Serigne Mourtada
Presbytère Sainte Croix

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dakar
Mayor
Aida Mbodj

🇸🇳 About Senegal

Capital Dakar
Population 15,854,360
Area 196,190 km²
GDP (USD) $30,696,331,296
GDP per capita $1,698
HDI 0.517
Life expectancy 68.7 years
Internet users 60.6%
Urban population 54.7%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +221
TLD .sn
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bambey

What is the population of Bambey?

Bambey has a population of 37,374 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 7,038 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bambey?

Bambey has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches.

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