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Bohicon, Benin
Zou · Benin
Bohicon is a mid-size city in Zou, Benin with a population of 93,744. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bohicon
Bohicon or Gbɔ̀xikɔn is a city in Benin, and a conurbation of Abomey lying 9 kilometres east on the railway line from Cotonou to Parakou, and on Benin's main highway RNIE 2 which joins the RNIE 4. The commune covers an area of 139 square kilometres and as of 2012 had a population of 149,271 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 93,744 |
| Population Density | 1,100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1783°, 2.0667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Zou |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.6 inches (1,056 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bohicon
Bohicon is a mid-size city in Benin (Zou) with a population of 93,744. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Bohicon
Bohicon has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Feb (30.6°C), the coldest is Aug (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1157 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 85.2 sq mi (220.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1783°N, 2.0667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in |
Bohicon has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Bohicon
33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire privee | - | - | - | - |
| EPP ADAME-AHITO | - | - | - | - |
| CS Providence IKM | - | - | - | - |
| EPP HEZONHO face St Henri | - | - | - | - |
| EPP MANABOE | - | - | - | - |
| EPP OUASSAHO | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Saint Martin | - | - | - | - |
| EPP DJOGNANGBO | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique Hezonho | - | - | - | - |
| CEG 1 BOHICON | - | - | - | - |
| EPP AGBANWEME | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Urbaine Centre de Bohicon | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique de Zakpo | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire AZALOUGON SEME | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole martenelle et primaire publique AGONVEZOUN | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire publique AVOGBANNA A | - | - | - | - |
| CEG Davgbanna | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire Adjoko groupe A | - | - | - | - |
| Collège d'enseignement général de Passagon | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Adawémè | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire de Passagnon | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Assanlin | - | - | - | - |
| LYTEB | - | - | - | - |
| Lyteb | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Publique de Volly-Ahoualy | - | - | - | - |
| CEG 2 Bohicon | - | - | - | - |
| La matinière | - | - | - | - |
| Hélios | - | - | - | - |
| La Trinité | - | - | - | - |
| Tetes Bien Faites | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Publique Volly | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bohicon
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bohicon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atelier de Tenture et temple Vodum | ||||
| Palais Agonglo | ||||
| Palais du Roi Guèzo - Musée des Arts et Traditions | ||||
| Residence du prince walino Gbehanzin |
Farmers Markets in Bohicon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dadjè | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de nuit de Za-Kpota | |||||
| Marché de Zounzonmè | |||||
| Marché des féticheurs | |||||
| Marché Ganhi de Bohicon | |||||
| Marché Houndjlo | |||||
| Marché Sèhi de Bohicon |
Hotels in Bohicon
26 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bohicon
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bohicon
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bohicon
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bohicon
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bohicon
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bohicon
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bohicon
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bohicon
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bohicon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bohicon
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bohicon/Cana Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bohicon
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ABERME 12-800 Existant | |
| H61 100 kVA existant | |
| H61 ABERME 160 kVA | |
| H61 Hors Service | |
| Recette PTT Zakpo | |
| Site Poste Avagbanna |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bohicon
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise Assemblée de Dieu | |
| Église Catholique Christ Roi de Djimè | |
| Eglise Catholique de Volly | |
| Eglise Catholique de Zoungoudo | |
| Eglise Catholique Passagon | |
| Eglise Evangélique Union Renaissance d'Hommes en Christ | |
| Eglise Evangélique Union Renaissance d'Hommes en Christ | |
| Eglise URCH | |
| Eglise URHC | |
| FFPMU - BOHICON | |
| Impact Centre Chrétien campus de Bohicon | |
| Temple vaudou Caméléon (en construction) |
Quick Facts
Around Bohicon
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Bohicon
54 places within 15 km
- • Degueli
- • Mignonhi
- • Village Souterrain d'Agongointo
- • Wankon
- • Le palais du Roi Houégbadja
- • Palais du roi Akaba
- • Palais royaux d'Abomey
- • Ets Joly
- • Palace Gbehanzin
- • ABIOLA Emile
- • ABOE Lucien (NC86)
- • ADAMOU
- • ADANLOKONON Bienvenue
- • ADOGNIBO Gerard
- + 40 more
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Public Holidays in Benin
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What is the population of Bohicon?
Bohicon has a population of 93,744 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 1,100 people per square mile, spread across 85.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bohicon?
Bohicon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.