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Bassila, Benin
Donga · Benin
Bassila is a mid-size city in Donga, Benin with a population of 46,569. Elevation: 1,273 ft (388 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Bassila
Bassila is a town, arrondissement, and commune located in the Donga Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of 5,661 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 130,770 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 46,569 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,273 ft (388 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.0081°, 1.6654° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Donga |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.7 inches (1,187 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bassila
Bassila is a mid-size city in Benin (Donga) with a population of 46,569. The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet (388 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Bassila
Bassila has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.8°C), the coldest is Dec (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1363 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,273 ft (388 m) |
| Area | 2,185.7 sq mi (5,661.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.0081°N, 1.6654°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Bassila has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Bassila
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEG Bassila | College | — | — |
Schools in Bassila
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEG Jeniffer Nicolas | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Moderne AS-SALAM Bassila | — | — | — | — |
| CEG 2 | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire publique de Guiguisso | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire publique de Kikélé | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bassila
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Bassila
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Tchamba | 0.0 | |||||
| CLAC | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bassila
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| le grand marché | |||||
| Marché Basila |
Hotels in Bassila
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bassila
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bassila
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bassila
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bassila
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bassila
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bassila
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djougou Airport | DJA | Small Airport |
| Sokodé Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bassila
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT et OPT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bassila
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande Mosquée de Manigri |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
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What is the population of Bassila?
Bassila has a population of 46,569 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 2,185.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bassila?
Bassila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.