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Birkelane, Senegal

Kaffrine · Senegal

Birkelane is a small city in Kaffrine, Senegal with a population of 7,011. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,011 Population 3,231/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar Timezone

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About Birkelane

Birkilane is a town and urban commune in Senegal. It is the principal municipality and administrative centre of Birkilane Department in Kaffrine Region, about 30 km from the town of Kaolack.

People

Population7,011
Density3,231/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population7,011
Population Density3,231 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates14.1293°, -15.7441°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceKaffrine
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (609 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Birkelane

Birkelane is a small city in Senegal (Kaffrine) with a population of 7,011. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.

Climate in Birkelane

Birkelane has an average annual temperature of 29.7°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 632 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 18.4° / 35.1° 0.2
Feb 28.7°C / 84°F 20° / 37.4° 1.8
Mar 30.6°C / 87°F 21.3° / 39.9° 0.1
Apr 31.4°C / 89°F 22.1° / 40.8° 0.0
May 31.6°C / 89°F 23.2° / 39.9° 2.3
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 24.9° / 37.3° 38.1
Jul 30°C / 86°F 25.3° / 34.8° 116.6
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25° / 33.6° 245.9
Sep 29.2°C / 85°F 24.7° / 33.6° 177.7
Oct 30.4°C / 87°F 25° / 35.9° 47.0
Nov 29.6°C / 85°F 21.6° / 37.5° 1.9
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 19° / 35.8° 0.2
Birkelane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.7°F
51% above Senegal avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density3,231/sq mi
Coordinates14.1293°N, 15.7441°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.0"
37% below Senegal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.03"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 2.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in

Birkelane has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 76°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.0").

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Farmers Markets in Birkelane

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Guinguinéo

Gas Stations in Birkelane

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SN #248728378

Airports Near Birkelane

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kaolack AirportKLCMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dakar
Elevation
45 m (148 ft)

🇸🇳 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 Birkelane

What is the population of Birkelane?

Birkelane has a population of 7,011 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 3,231 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Birkelane?

Birkelane has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches.

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