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Bittou, Burkina Faso
Centre-Est · Burkina Faso
Bittou is a mid-size city in Centre-Est, Burkina Faso with a population of 31,210. Elevation: 794 ft (242 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bittou
Bittou is a town and seat of the Bittou Department of Boulgou Province in south-eastern Burkina Faso. The town is a stop on the caravan trading route. Today the town is located along the N16 Road which links Burkina Faso with Northern Togo and Ghana. In 1898 the French Colonial Army built a fort here to keep the British Colonial Army from capturing the area.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,210 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2581°, -0.3061° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Centre-Est |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.0 inches (863 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bittou
Bittou is a mid-size city in Burkina Faso (Centre-Est) with a population of 31,210. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet (242 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Climate in Bittou
Bittou has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.5°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 980 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.9°F |
| 54% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 582.0 sq mi (1,507.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2581°N, 0.3061°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 89°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in |
Bittou has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 79°F in August to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bittou
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecolé Fondamentale de Békouré | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Bittou | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bittou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bawku Central Market |
Restaurants in Bittou
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bittou
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bittou
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bittou
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djangou Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Komin-Yanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ouargaye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tenkodogo Airport | TEG | Small Airport |
| Zabré Airport | XZA | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bittou
What is the population of Bittou?
Bittou has a population of 31,210 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 582.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bittou?
Bittou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches.