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Kandi, Benin
Alibori · Benin
Kandi is a mid-size city in Alibori, Benin with a population of 56,043. Elevation: 965 ft (294 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kandi
Kandi is a town, arrondissement and commune in the Alibori Department of eastern Benin. Originally a market town, Kandi is now primarily a farming centre. It lies on the nation's main north-south highway, 650 km (400 mi) from Cotonou and 523 km (325 mi) north of Porto-Novo. The town is the capital of the department of Alibori. The commune covers an area of 3,421 km2 (1,321 sq mi) and as of 2013 had a population of 177,683 people. The town itself had a population of 27,227 in 2002.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,043 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1342°, 2.9386° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Alibori |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.5 inches (978 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kandi
Kandi is a mid-size city in Benin (Alibori) with a population of 56,043. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet (294 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 38.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Kandi
Kandi 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 | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Area | 1,320.9 sq mi (3,421.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1342°N, 2.9386°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 90°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) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Kandi has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in December to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Kandi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEG | College | - | , |
| Centre de recherche agricole | University | - | , |
| E. N. I. | University | - | , |
| École primaire privée A K | College | - | , |
Schools in Kandi
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire de Kandi-Fô-Gah | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire privée A K | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Bakata | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Abou Koto | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Faranguédou | - | - | - | - |
| Éclole primaire des Sanrou | - | - | - | - |
| Éclole primaire de Sinkparou | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Mongo | - | - | - | - |
| GANSOSSO | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Kongou | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Dodopanè | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire de Kandi-Fô | - | - | - | - |
| CEG 3 KANDI | - | - | - | - |
| École Vanavo | - | - | - | - |
| Site Vanavo | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Baobab | - | - | - | - |
| EPP GANSOSSO | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kandi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Kandi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Donwari | |||||
| Marché de Kandi | |||||
| Marché de Kandi-Fô | |||||
| Marché de Lolo | |||||
| Marché de Mongo | |||||
| Marché de Pédé | |||||
| Marché de Saah | |||||
| Marché de Thuy |
Hotels in Kandi
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kandi
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kandi
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kandi
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kandi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kandi
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kandi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kandi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kandi Airport | KDC | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kandi
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Existant H61 160 kVA | |
| Site Alternative |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandi
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedrale Notre Dame du Mont Carmel | |
| Fondation GHARS | |
| St. Joseph de Gansosso |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kandi
What is the population of Kandi?
Kandi has a population of 56,043 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 1,320.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kandi?
Kandi 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 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.