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Gao, Burkina Faso
Centre-Ouest · Burkina Faso
Gao is a small city in Centre-Ouest, Burkina Faso with a population of 26,453. Elevation: 1,066 ft (325 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Gao
Gao is a city in Mali and the capital of the Gao Region. The city is located on the River Niger, 320 km (200 mi) east-southeast of Timbuktu on the left bank at the junction with the Tilemsi valley.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,453 |
| Population Density | 137 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.6497°, -2.1778° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Centre-Ouest |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.1 inches (840 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gao
Gao is a small city in Burkina Faso (Centre-Ouest) with a population of 26,453. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet (325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Climate in Gao
Gao has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.2°C), the coldest is Dec (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1113 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 192.7 sq mi (499.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 137/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6497°N, 2.1778°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Gao has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 77°F in August to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Gao
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Bizi Inter | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rqdio Bizi Inter | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Gao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Dalô |
Airports Near Gao
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport | OUA | Large Airport |
| Koudougou Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leo Airport | XLU | Small Airport |
| Poura Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tenado Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gao
What is the population of Gao?
Gao has a population of 26,453 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 192.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gao?
Gao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches.