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Gaya, Niger
Dosso Region · Niger
Gaya is a mid-size city in Dosso Region, Niger with a population of 61,533. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
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About Gaya
Gaya is a city in the Gaya Department of the Dosso Region of Niger. The city is situated 254 km southeast of the capital, Niamey, is located on the banks of the Niger River, and is near the borders with Benin and Nigeria. Gaya has a population of 63,815. The wettest area in Niger, Gaya averages 800 mm in rainfall a year.
People
Climate
| Population | 61,533 |
| Population Density | 197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8844°, 3.4492° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Dosso Region |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (775 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gaya
Gaya is a mid-size city in Niger (Dosso Region) with a population of 61,533. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Gaya
Gaya has an average annual temperature of 29.8°C (86°F). The hottest month is Apr (34.6°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.1°F |
| 56% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 311.7 sq mi (807.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8844°N, 3.4492°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 93°F (34°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Gaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 79°F in January to 93°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gaya
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire | — | — | — | — |
| collége | — | — | — | — |
| lycée Kriassambo | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Gaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| marché malanville |
Cafes in Gaya
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gaya
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gaya
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kandi Airport | KDC | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaya
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église évangélique | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée Gaya |
Quick Facts
🇳🇪 About Niger
Public Holidays in Niger
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gaya
What is the population of Gaya?
Gaya has a population of 61,533 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 311.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gaya?
Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.