Ferkessédougou, Ivory Coast
Savanes District · Ivory Coast
Ferkessédougou is a large city in Savanes District, Ivory Coast with a population of 160,267. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Ferkessédougou
Ferkessédougou is a city in northern Ivory Coast. It is a sub-prefecture of and the seat of Ferkessédougou Department. It is also the seat of Tchologo Region in Savanes District and a commune. Ferkessédougou is the second-most populous city in northern Ivory Coast, after Korhogo.
People
Climate
| Population | 160,267 |
| Population Density | 510 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5928°, -5.1945° |
| Timezone | Africa/Abidjan |
| Country | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast |
| State / Province | Savanes District |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.1 inches (1,171 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ferkessédougou
Ferkessédougou is a large city in Ivory Coast (Savanes District) with a population of 160,267. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Abidjan.
Climate in Ferkessédougou
Ferkessédougou has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (30°C), the coldest is Aug (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1100 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Ivory Coast avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 314.0 sq mi (813.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 510/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5928°N, 5.1945°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Abidjan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in |
Ferkessédougou has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Ferkessédougou
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Primaire Publique Zindel | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ferkessédougou
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Ferkessédougou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Sinématiali |
Hotels in Ferkessédougou
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ferkessédougou
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ferkessédougou
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ferkessédougou
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ferkessédougou
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ferkessédougou
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ferkessédougou
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Korhogo Airport | HGO | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Ferkessédougou
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Office De Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ferkessédougou
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Baptiste Évangélique | |
| Église méthodiste de Côte d'Ivoire ( temple cité de l'espérance de ferke) | |
| Notre-dame de Lourdes |
Quick Facts
Around Ferkessédougou
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ferkessédougou
1 places within 15 km
- • Gnondounon
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What is the population of Ferkessédougou?
Ferkessédougou has a population of 160,267 residents and is located in Ivory Coast. The population density is 510 people per square mile, spread across 314.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ferkessédougou?
Ferkessédougou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches.
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