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Gogounou, Benin
Alibori · Benin
Gogounou is a small city in Alibori, Benin with a population of 14,248. Elevation: 1,076 ft (328 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Gogounou
Gogounou is a town, arrondissement and commune in the Alibori Department of Benin, about 35 kilometres south of Kandi. The commune covers an area of 4910 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 117,793 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,248 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,076 ft (328 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8399°, 2.8317° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Alibori |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gogounou
Gogounou is a small city in Benin (Alibori) with a population of 14,248. The city sits at an elevation of 1,076 feet (328 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Gogounou
Gogounou has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (33°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1032 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,076 ft (328 m) |
| Area | 1,895.8 sq mi (4,910.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8399°N, 2.8317°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Gogounou has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gogounou
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEG Gogounou | — | — | — | — |
| EPP | — | — | — | — |
| EPP | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Gogounou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bembereke Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kandi Airport | KDC | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Gogounou?
Gogounou has a population of 14,248 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,895.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gogounou?
Gogounou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.