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Djougou, Benin

Donga · Benin

Djougou is a mid-size city in Donga, Benin with a population of 94,773. Elevation: 1,457 ft (444 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

94,773 Population 62/sq mi density
1,457 ft Elevation 444 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Djougou

Djougou

Djougou is the largest city in northwestern Benin. It is an important market town. The commune covers an area of 3,966 square kilometres and as of 2002 had a population of 237.040 people.

People

Population94,773
Density62/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Population94,773
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Coordinates9.7085°, 1.6660°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceDonga
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,209 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Djougou

Djougou is a mid-size city in Benin (Donga) with a population of 94,773. The city sits at an elevation of 1,457 feet (444 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Djougou

Djougou has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.4°C), the coldest is Dec (23.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1322 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 13° / 35.7° 0.7
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 15.6° / 38.5° 0.7
Mar 29.4°C / 85°F 20.6° / 39.8° 36.6
Apr 28.8°C / 84°F 21.7° / 39.4° 89.0
May 27.9°C / 82°F 21.8° / 37.3° 139.4
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 21° / 33.6° 177.7
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.6° / 31.4° 200.7
Aug 24.7°C / 77°F 20.4° / 31° 238.3
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 20.4° / 30.8° 256.2
Oct 25.3°C / 78°F 19.3° / 31.8° 171.5
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 16.1° / 32.9° 10.6
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 13.2° / 33.8° 0.1
Djougou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,457 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Benin avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Area1,531.3 sq mi (3,966.0 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates9.7085°N, 1.6660°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.71"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
March 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
April 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 9.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.7 in Coldest, Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 8.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Djougou has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Djougou

Institution Type Founded Website
Collège d'enseignement général I de Djougou College - ,

Schools in Djougou

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège d'enseignement général Serou - - - -
École urbaine centre de Djougou - - - -
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Radio Stations near Djougou

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Djougou

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge La princesse
Hôtel Gladenzo
Hotel la Donga
Hôtel SABOU
Le Quasar

Restaurants in Djougou

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Igname Pilé
Igname Pilé
Igname Pilé Soubroukou
Lenny Bar

Cafes in Djougou

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Carrefour des Intimes

Castles in Djougou

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palais royal de Djougou

Bus Stations in Djougou

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parc Maison des jeunes

Gas Stations in Djougou

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bénin Petro
BJ #1344324949
Sonacop

Banks in Djougou

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agence BOA

Stadiums & Teams in Djougou

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Airports Near Djougou

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niamtougou International AirportLRLLarge Airport
Djougou AirportDJASmall Airport
Natitingou AirportNAESmall Airport
Sokodé Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Djougou

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
H 61 Camp Maison Soldat
H61 100 kVA
H61 160 kVA Existant
Soubroukou 2 TNT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Djougou

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale de Djougou
Djougou
Grande mosquée centrale de Djougou

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Elevation
431 m (1,414 ft)
Area
3,966.0 km² (1,530.9 mi²)
Twinned With
Évreux

Around Djougou

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 10
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 4
Cafes 1
Banks 1
Hotels 5
Parks 2
Places of Worship 2

Things to See Near Djougou

1 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Palais royal de Djougou

🇧🇯 About Benin

Capital Porto-Novo
Population 11,485,048
Area 112,620 km²
GDP (USD) $19,673,291,004
GDP per capita $1,394
HDI 0.515
Life expectancy 60.8 years
Internet users 32.2%
Urban population 51.8%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +229
TLD .bj
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Benin

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 10 Traditional Day Traditional Day
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Aug 1 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Oct 26 Armed Forces Day Armed Forces Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Nov 30 National Day National Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Djougou

What is the population of Djougou?

Djougou has a population of 94,773 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 1,531.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Djougou?

Djougou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

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