Birnin Gaouré, Niger
Dosso Region · Niger
Birnin Gaouré is a small town in Dosso Region, Niger with a population of 294. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Birnin Gaouré
Birni N'Gaouré is a town located in the Dosso Region in southwest Niger. A town of over ten thousand, it is the departmental seat of Boboye Department, and is the main town of the fertile farming region in which it is located. "Birni", in the name of the town, derives from the Hausa language word for a walled city.
People
Climate
| Population | 294 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0817°, 2.9110° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Dosso Region |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Birnin Gaouré
Birnin Gaouré is a small town in Niger (Dosso Region) with a population of 294. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet (193 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Birnin Gaouré
Birnin Gaouré has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (34.3°C), the coldest is Dec (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.6°F |
| 57% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 310.2 sq mi (803.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0817°N, 2.9110°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 92°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 92°F (33°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 89°F (31°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Birnin Gaouré has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 77°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Birnin Gaouré
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Primaire Zawa | - | - | - | - |
| Medersa Barbe Peulh | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Labi Tounga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Kofouno | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire de Boulel Gaouri Modibo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire de Boula | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Barbe Peulh | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Guillare | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Birnin Gaouré
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marche de Louloudje | |||||
| Marche du Betail N'Gonga | |||||
| Marché Hebdomadaire | |||||
| Marché N'Gonga |
Airports Near Birnin Gaouré
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diori Hamani International Airport | NIM | Large Airport |
| Dosso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Tapoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Birnin Gaouré
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| Mosquee | |
| Mosquee | |
| Mosquee | |
| Mosquee | |
| Mosquee | |
| Mosquee Boulel Gaouri Zarma | |
| Mosquee de Bagawamou | |
| Mosquee de Boulel Gaouri Issaka Koira | |
| Mosquee de Boulel Gaouri Modibo | |
| Mosquee de Labi Tounga | |
| Mosquee Koira Tegui | |
| Mosquee Koyinza Kaina | |
| Mosquee Zawa |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Niger
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What is the population of Birnin Gaouré?
Birnin Gaouré has a population of 294 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 310.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Birnin Gaouré?
Birnin Gaouré has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.
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