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Diré, Mali
Tombouctou · Mali
Diré is a mid-size city in Tombouctou, Mali with a population of 31,348. Elevation: 892 ft (272 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Diré
Diré is a town and commune on the left bank of the Niger River in the Tombouctou Region of Mali. In the 2009 census the population of the commune was 22,365. The town is the administrative center of the Diré Cercle. There are several languages spoken, but the main language is Songhay. The population is predominantly Muslim. Situated on the Niger River, the principal industries are agriculture and commerce.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,348 |
| Population Density | 103 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.2571°, -3.4013° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
| Country | 🇲🇱 Mali |
| State / Province | Tombouctou |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (213 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Diré
Diré is a mid-size city in Mali (Tombouctou) with a population of 31,348. The city sits at an elevation of 892 feet (272 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bamako.
Climate in Diré
Diré has an average annual temperature of 29.4°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jun (36.1°C), the coldest is Jan (21.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 234 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.9°F |
| 54% above Mali avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 305.7 sq mi (791.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.2571°N, 3.4013°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 92°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Diré has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 71°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Diré
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d'Animation Pedagogique de Diré (CAP) | College | - | , |
| Institut de Formation des Maitres (IFM) | College | - | , |
Schools in Diré
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAMADOU SAMASSEKOU (B) | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Coùùunautaire de Gari | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Communautaire | - | - | - | - |
| Second cycle de Hamdallaye | - | - | - | - |
| Medarsa | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée de Diré | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Barikobé | - | - | - | - |
| Centre de Formation Profesionnellede Diré | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole (A) | - | - | - | - |
| Oumar Bagna Touré I | - | - | - | - |
| DIAWATOU | - | - | - | - |
| YONE | - | - | - | - |
| TIENKOUR | - | - | - | - |
| [2ème C] de TIENKOUR | - | - | - | - |
| MORIKOÏRA | - | - | - | - |
| MINESSINGUE | - | - | - | - |
| KOIGOUROU | - | - | - | - |
| GAÏRAMA | - | - | - | - |
| DOUGOURADJI | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Diré
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Clinics in Diré
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Diré
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Diré
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Diré
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Diré
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Diré
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tombouktou Airport | TOM | Large Airport |
| Goundam Airport | GUD | Small Airport |
| Niafunke Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Diré
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste de Diré |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Diré
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosquée de Diré |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Diré
What is the population of Diré?
Diré has a population of 31,348 residents and is located in Mali. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 305.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Diré?
Diré has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.