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Banté, Benin
Collines · Benin
Banté is a small city in Collines, Benin with a population of 17,682. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Banté
Bantè is a town, arrondissement, and commune in western Benin. It is located in the former Zou Province of which since 1999 is part of the Collines Department. The commune covers an area of 2695 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 106,945 people. The majority of the population is ethnically Nago specifically of the Isha subgroup, who themselves are a subgroup of the Yoruba. It is famous for the art exhibition Nago Hunters of the Bante Kingdom by Jean-Dominique Burton.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,682 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4122°, 1.8897° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Collines |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.6 inches (1,081 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Banté
Banté is a small city in Benin (Collines) with a population of 17,682. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Banté
Banté has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Dec (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1488 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Area | 1,040.5 sq mi (2,695.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4122°N, 1.8897°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
Banté has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Banté
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEG 2 Bantè | - | - | - | - |
| CEG Bantè | - | - | - | - |
| EPP ASSABA, BOBE, BANTE, COLLINES, BÉNIN | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Banté
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Banté
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kolokope Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Savé Airport | SVF | Small Airport |
| Sokodé Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Banté
What is the population of Banté?
Banté has a population of 17,682 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,040.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Banté?
Banté has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.