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Boulsa, Burkina Faso
Centre-Nord · Burkina Faso
Boulsa is a small city in Centre-Nord, Burkina Faso with a population of 24,200. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Boulsa
Boulsa is the capital of Namentenga Province in Burkina Faso. It is predominantly Mossi with small populations of Fula and Gulmanche peoples.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,200 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6666°, -0.5747° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Centre-Nord |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.5 inches (698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Boulsa
Boulsa is a small city in Burkina Faso (Centre-Nord) with a population of 24,200. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Climate in Boulsa
Boulsa has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (33.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 941 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.9°F |
| 54% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 2,840.9 sq mi (7,357.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6666°N, 0.5747°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
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 | 87°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Boulsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Boulsa
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulsa technical school | - | - | - | - |
| Boulsa technical school | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Boulsa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Safi | |||||
| Marché de Yagabtega |
Restaurants in Boulsa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Boulsa
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Boulsa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barsalogho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bogande Airport | XBG | Small Airport |
| Boulsa Airport | XBO | Small Airport |
| Kaya Airport | XKY | Small Airport |
| Koupela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zorgo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Boulsa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedrale de Boulsa |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Boulsa
What is the population of Boulsa?
Boulsa has a population of 24,200 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,840.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Boulsa?
Boulsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.