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Cap Skirring, Senegal
Ziguinchor · Senegal
Cap Skirring is a small town in Ziguinchor, Senegal with a population of 1,822. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Cap Skirring
Cap Skirring, also spelled Cap Skiring, is a town on the Atlantic Ocean coast of the Basse Casamance (Ziguinchor) region of Senegal, near the border of Guinea-Bissau. It is a popular seaside resort with Europeans and has an airport and a golf course. The town was first occupied by fishermen. It was discovered by the French of Ziguinchor as a recreational beach zone in the 1960s. An airstrip for small planes was built at the end of 1960 by members of the Aero Club de Ziguinchor.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,822 |
| Population Density | 3,037 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.3501°, -16.7171° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Ziguinchor |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.9 inches (1,293 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cap Skirring
Cap Skirring is a small town in Senegal (Ziguinchor) with a population of 1,822. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Cap Skirring
Cap Skirring has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.6°C), the coldest is Apr (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1334 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,037/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3501°N, 16.7171°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Cap Skirring has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.9") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Cap Skirring
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole primaire Carrefour | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire du Cap Skirring | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Cap Skirring
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabrique | ||||
| Musée de la Tradition Diola | ||||
| Musée Kadioute | ||||
| Sangawatt |
Farmers Markets in Cap Skirring
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché à légumes du Cap Skirring | |||||
| Marché Artisanal du Cap Skirring | |||||
| Marché d'Elinkine |
Hotels in Cap Skirring
25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cap Skirring
24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cap Skirring
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cap Skirring
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cap Skirring
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cap Skirring
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cap Skirring
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cap Skirring
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cap Skirring
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Skirring Airport | CSK | Medium Airport |
| Ziguinchor Airport | ZIG | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cap Skirring
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église du Cap Skirring | |
| Mosquée du Cap Skirring |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cap Skirring?
Cap Skirring has a population of 1,822 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 3,037 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cap Skirring?
Cap Skirring has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.