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Diffa, Niger
Diffa · Niger
Diffa is a mid-size city in Diffa, Niger with a population of 54,082. Elevation: 1,020 ft (311 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Diffa
Diffa is a city and urban commune in the extreme southeast of Niger, near the border with Nigeria. It is the administrative seat of both Diffa Region, and the smaller Diffa Department. As of 2012, the commune had a total population of 56,437 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 54,082 |
| Population Density | 175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3154°, 12.6114° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Diffa |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.2 inches (284 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Diffa
Diffa is a mid-size city in Niger (Diffa) with a population of 54,082. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet (311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Diffa
Diffa 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 345 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) |
| Area | 309.9 sq mi (802.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3154°N, 12.6114°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 93°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Diffa has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 72°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 11.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Diffa
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Boukari Sabo | - | - | - | - |
| Collegue privé Al Aoune | - | - | - | - |
| CS Franco Arabe | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Idriss Alaouma | - | - | - | - |
| CEG III | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire prive CAMPANER | - | - | - | - |
| Collège d'Enseignement Général Kazelma Ousmane | - | - | - | - |
| Centre de Formation Professionnelle et Technique de Diffa | - | - | - | - |
| CSP Kanem Bornou | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Technologique de Diffa | - | - | - | - |
| CSP Kamen Bornou | - | - | - | - |
| C E G 3 | - | - | - | - |
| LYCEE IDRISS ALAOUMA | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole de sante ISS | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole traditionnelle et jardin d'enfants | - | - | - | - |
| CEG Mohamed Ek Kanemi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Diffa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Diffa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Central de Diffa | |||||
| Marché transfontalier agricole |
Hotels in Diffa
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Diffa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Diffa
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Diffa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Diffa
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Diffa
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Diffa
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Diffa
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Diffa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Diffa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diffa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maine-Soroa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Diffa
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 521 CSM | |
| Poste Diffa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Diffa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ahlous-sounnah friday mosque | |
| Eglise protestante |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Diffa
1 places within 15 km
- • Kazelmarie
🇳🇪 About Niger
Public Holidays in Niger
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Diffa
What is the population of Diffa?
Diffa has a population of 54,082 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 309.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Diffa?
Diffa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.2 inches.