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Bol, Chad
Lac · Chad
Bol is a mid-size city in Lac, Chad with a population of 51,389. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bol
Bol is the capital of Chad's Lac Region, lying 152 km to the north of the national capital, N'Djamena. It lay on the shore of Lake Chad before the lake shrank. It is served by Bol Airport, which has a paved runway.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,389 |
| Population Density | 166 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4673°, 14.7135° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
| Country | 🇹🇩 Chad |
| State / Province | Lac |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (245 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bol
Bol is a mid-size city in Chad (Lac) with a population of 51,389. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ndjamena.
Climate in Bol
Bol has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 278 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Chad avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 309.7 sq mi (802.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 166/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4673°N, 14.7135°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ndjamena |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 85°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Bol has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 71°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bol
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole d'instituteurs bilingues | College | - | , |
Schools in Bol
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albouhaira البحيرة | - | - | - | - |
| Djarngandou | - | - | - | - |
| Madikimerom | - | - | - | - |
| Yakoua | - | - | - | - |
| Yiga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée de Bol مدرسة ثانوية بول | - | - | - | - |
| École Pilote de Bol | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Bol سوق بول | |||||
| Nouveau Marché |
Clinics in Bol
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bol
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bol
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bol-Berim Airport | OTC | Small Airport |
| Mao Airport | AMO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bol
What is the population of Bol?
Bol has a population of 51,389 residents and is located in Chad. The population density is 166 people per square mile, spread across 309.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bol?
Bol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches.