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Diourbel, Senegal
Diourbel Region · Senegal
Diourbel is a large city in Diourbel Region, Senegal with a population of 157,554. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Diourbel
Diourbel is a town and urban commune in Senegal lying east of Thiès. It is known for its mosque and local groundnut industry and is the capital of the Diourbel Region. The population in 2023 was 157,554.
People
Climate
| Population | 157,554 |
| Population Density | 10,858 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6479°, -16.2436° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Diourbel Region |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.7 inches (500 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Diourbel
Diourbel is a large city in Senegal (Diourbel Region) with a population of 157,554. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Diourbel
Diourbel has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.4°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 540 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 14.5 sq mi (37.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,858/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6479°N, 16.2436°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Diourbel has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.5") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Diourbel
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Technique Cheikh Amadou Bamba M'Backe | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Scientifique d'Excellence de Diourbel | — | — | — | — |
| École Elementaire Algor Dioum (École 9) | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Diourbel
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Diourbel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écomusée de Diakhao |
Libraries in Diourbel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheque universitaire | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Diourbel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de bambey | |||||
| Marché de Diourbel | |||||
| Marché hebdomadaire | |||||
| Marché Ndoumbé Diop |
Hotels in Diourbel
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Diourbel
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Diourbel
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Diourbel
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Diourbel
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Diourbel
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Diourbel
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thiès Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Diourbel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste de Diourbel |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Diourbel
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Diouma Keur Goumag | |
| Église Notre-Dame de Victorine | |
| Mosquée Eaux et Forêts | |
| Seseen |
Quick Facts
Around Diourbel
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Diourbel?
Diourbel has a population of 157,554 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 10,858 people per square mile, spread across 14.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Diourbel?
Diourbel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches.