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Banikoara, Benin
Alibori · Benin
Banikoara is a mid-size city in Alibori, Benin with a population of 37,571. Elevation: 1,024 ft (312 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Banikoara
Banikoara is a town, arrondissement and commune located in the Alibori Department of Benin. It lies 69 kilometers west of Kandi at the heart of the most productive cotton-growing region in Benin. Its name is a Europeanized version of a Bariba phrase meaning "Bani's town", and honors its founder, Bani Gansé.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,571 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2985°, 2.4386° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Alibori |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.3 inches (948 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Banikoara
Banikoara is a mid-size city in Benin (Alibori) with a population of 37,571. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Banikoara
Banikoara has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.5°C), the coldest is Dec (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 996 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.8°F |
| 51% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 1,692.3 sq mi (4,383.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2985°N, 2.4386°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Banikoara has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Banikoara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceg Gounmori | College | — | — |
Schools in Banikoara
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire publique de Wagou | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Banikoara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Banikoara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Banikoara | |||||
| Marché de Gounmori | |||||
| Marché de Kokourogou |
Stadiums & Teams in Banikoara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Banikoara
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kandi Airport | KDC | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Banikoara
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| W-Arly-Pendjari Complex | Natural | 1996 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Banikoara
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée |
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Banikoara?
Banikoara has a population of 37,571 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,692.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Banikoara?
Banikoara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.