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Gandiaye, Senegal
Kaolack · Senegal
Gandiaye is a small city in Kaolack, Senegal with a population of 18,239. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gandiaye
The town and urban commune of Gandiaye in the Department of Kaolack, central Senegal, lies along National Route 1 about 24 kilometers from Kaolack. It had a population of 18,239 consisting of the Serer, Wolof, Fula, Bambara and Jola) ethnic groups.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,239 |
| Population Density | 10,604 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.2436°, -16.2723° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Kaolack |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.8 inches (554 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gandiaye
Gandiaye is a small city in Senegal (Kaolack) with a population of 18,239. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 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 21.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Gandiaye
Gandiaye has an average annual temperature of 29.7°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 632 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,604/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.2436°N, 16.2723°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Gandiaye has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gandiaye
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École élémentaire de Ngaraf | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Gandiaye 1 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gandiaye
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gandiaye
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écomusée de Diakhao |
Libraries in Gandiaye
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Amadou DEME | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Amadou DEME | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque communale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gandiaye
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancien Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché hebdomadaire | |||||
| Marché Medina Baye | |||||
| Place du marché | |||||
| Village Artisanal de Kaolack |
Bus Stations in Gandiaye
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gandiaye
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Lamine Gueye | ||
| Stade municipal de Khelcom Birame |
Airports Near Gandiaye
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saly-Joseph Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thiès Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gandiaye
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste de Gandiaye |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gandiaye
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Sacré-Cœur | |
| Mosquée de Ngoulang | |
| Mosquée de Tokondama | |
| Mosquée Ndiobéne | |
| Mosquée secondaire Mbambara | |
| Mosquée Serigne Moustapha Sall |
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What is the population of Gandiaye?
Gandiaye has a population of 18,239 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 10,604 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gandiaye?
Gandiaye 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 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.