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Joal, Senegal
Thiès · Senegal
Joal is a mid-size city in Thiès, Senegal with a population of 45,903. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Joal
Joal-Fadiouth is a town and urban commune in the Thiès Region at the end of the Petite Côte of Senegal, south-east of Dakar.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,903 |
| Population Density | 6,851 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.1731°, -16.8493° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Thiès |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.7 inches (552 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Joal
Joal is a mid-size city in Senegal (Thiès) with a population of 45,903. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Joal
Joal has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.4°C), the coldest is Mar (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 783 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,851/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.1731°N, 16.8493°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Joal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Joal
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École 1 de Ndianda | - | - | - | - |
| CEM de Ndianda | - | - | - | - |
| École Ndianda | - | - | - | - |
| École Arabe de Ndianda | - | - | - | - |
| CEM Dominique Sarr | - | - | - | - |
| Collège de la Petite Côte | - | - | - | - |
| École Jeoachin Fode Ndiaye | - | - | - | - |
| École Waly Diouf | - | - | - | - |
| CEM Lamine Senghor de Joal-Fadiouth | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Leopold Sedar Senghor de Joal-Fadiouth | - | - | - | - |
| Saint-Thomas | - | - | - | - |
| Préscolaire Etoile Brillante | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique primaire | - | - | - | - |
| École catholique Notre-Dame de Lourdes | - | - | - | - |
| École Sainte Thérèse | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Joal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée MAHICAO (Musée d'Art et d'Histoire des Cultures d'Afrique de l'Ouest) |
Libraries in Joal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDI | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Joal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daralle | |||||
| Grand Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché artisanal de Simal | |||||
| marché aux poissons | |||||
| Marché Central | |||||
| Marché Ngualaw | |||||
| Petit marché | |||||
| Place du marché | |||||
| Place du village - Marché | |||||
| Village artisanal de Mar Lodj |
Hotels in Joal
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Joal
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Joal
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Joal
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Joal
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Joal
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Joal
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Joal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Demba Diop | ||
| Stade Municipal |
Airports Near Joal
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blaise Diagne International Airport | DSS | Large Airport |
| Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport | DKR | Large Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saly-Joseph Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thiès Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Joal
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Poste de santé Varedo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Joal
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Diaka Boubou Ndao | |
| Eglise Saint Francois-Xavier | |
| Église Saint-Etienne de Ndianda | |
| Grande Mosquée de Ndandia | |
| Mosquée de Diamaguène | |
| Mosquée Gousse Ndiaye | |
| Mosquée Moussa Ndour | |
| Notre Dame de la Purification | |
| Saint Benoit l' africain |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joal
What is the population of Joal?
Joal has a population of 45,903 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 6,851 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Joal?
Joal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.