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Banigbé, Benin

Plateau · Benin

Banigbé is a mid-size city in Plateau, Benin with a population of 31,984. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,984 Population 422/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Banigbé

Banigbé is an arrondissement in the Plateau department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Ifangni. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 16,080.

People

Population31,984
Density422/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population31,984
Population Density422 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates6.6476°, 2.7070°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvincePlateau
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Banigbé

Banigbé is a mid-size city in Benin (Plateau) with a population of 31,984. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Banigbé

Banigbé has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.8°C), the coldest is Aug (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1492 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 20.2° / 31.5° 19.9
Feb 27.6°C / 82°F 21.8° / 32.2° 27.4
Mar 27.8°C / 82°F 25.1° / 31.7° 88.4
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 25° / 31.2° 137.1
May 27.5°C / 82°F 24.8° / 30.9° 167.1
Jun 26.4°C / 79°F 23.8° / 29.8° 248.8
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 22.9° / 28.8° 160.3
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 22.6° / 28.7° 93.6
Sep 25.6°C / 78°F 23.3° / 29.2° 228.7
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 23.8° / 30.1° 222.3
Nov 27.1°C / 81°F 23.6° / 30.5° 79.0
Dec 26.7°C / 80°F 20.1° / 31.2° 19.2
Banigbé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above Benin avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area75.7 sq mi (196.1 km²)
Population Density422/sq mi
Coordinates6.6476°N, 2.7070°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.59"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

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 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in Warmest
April 83°F (29°C) 4.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
June 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
August 78°F (25°C) 2.4 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.7 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in

Banigbé has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Banigbé

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Catholic School Laudato Si - - - -
École primaire catholique Saint Emmanuel de KoKoumoulou - - - -
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Radio Stations near Banigbé

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Banigbé

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Former Slave Market
MUSEE D'ART ET HISTOEIQUE YORUBA
Musée Da-Silva
Musée éthnographique
Musée Honmè
PALAIS ROYAL DE KE
Voodoo-Museum

Libraries in Banigbé

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Nationale du Bénin0.0
LP House0.0

Farmers Markets in Banigbé

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Badagry Market
Dondo
Dondo
KINTOCOME
KINTOCOME
Marché
Marché
MARCHÉ ADJATI
MARCHÉ ADJATI
Marché Ahouangbo
Marché central d'Avrankou
Marché central de Porto-Novo
Marché d'adjarra
Marché d'adjarra
Marché d'Adjerra
Marché d'Agbokou
Marché d'Ifangni-Centre
Marché d'Ikpinlè
Marché de céréales d'Ikpinlè
Marché de Manioc et dérivés
Marché de Ouando
Marché Friperie
Marché Hètin Sota
MARCHÉ MICHITÉ
Marché public de Glahounsa
Marché Titikpa
Marché Zoukpa

Clinics in Banigbé

11 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AMOUR ET SOLIDARITÉ
BON ESPOIR
CABINET DE SOINS MAHUDJRO
Centre de santé de KoKoumoulou
CLINIQUE BERCEAU
CLINIQUE SOSO
DIEU EST GRAND
ESPOIR KO-DOGBA
LA PAIX DU CHRIST
ONG DAH
SAINTE TRINITE

Banks in Banigbé

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UNACREP Banigbé

Stadiums & Teams in Banigbé

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Banigbé

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cotonou Cadjehoun International AirportCOOLarge Airport
Murtala Muhammed International AirportLOSLarge Airport
Bohicon/Cana Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Banigbé

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
KITIGBO
KO KOUMONLOU

Treatment Centers in Banigbé

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CENTRE DE SANTÉ HUMANITAIRE DE SEDO
Centre Médical Saint Camille D'Adjarra
Centre santé Tokpota
Clinique "Santé Plus"
Clinique NOVANIUM
Clinique Saint Espoir
Clinique Saint Joseph de Missérété
Clinique saint laurent
Clinique Tabita
Infirmerie
ONG FADD
Polyclinique The New life
St Michel
Tasly Monde Benin

Churches & Religious Organizations in Banigbé

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic Church Holy Family of Kitigbo
Catholic church of Banigbé Lokossa
Catholic Church of Hego
Catholic Church Saint Francis of Sales (Takon)
Catholich Church of Dooké
Church Saint Andrew of Banigbé
Église catholique de KoKoumoulou

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Elevation
36 m (118 ft)
Area
242.0 km² (93.4 mi²)

🇧🇯 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 Banigbé

What is the population of Banigbé?

Banigbé has a population of 31,984 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 422 people per square mile, spread across 75.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Banigbé?

Banigbé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.

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