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Kanel, Senegal
Matam · Senegal
Kanel is a small city in Matam, Senegal with a population of 15,244. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kanel
Kanel is a town and urban commune in the Matam Region of northeastern Senegal. It is the capital of the Kanel Department. The population in 2023 was 15,244, an increase from the 12,975 counted in 2013.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,244 |
| Population Density | 6,805 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4916°, -13.1763° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Matam |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.0 inches (432 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kanel
Kanel is a small city in Senegal (Matam) with a population of 15,244. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Kanel
Kanel has an average annual temperature of 30.7°C (87°F). The hottest month is May (35.8°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.0°F |
| 57% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,805/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4916°N, 13.1763°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 94°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 87°F (31°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Kanel has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 76°F in January to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kanel
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycee de Kanel | - | - | - | - |
| College de Kanel | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire 1 de Sinthiou Garba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire 2 Falbe | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Kanel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque des anciens manuscrits de Cheik Moussa Camara | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kanel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louma de Kanel | |||||
| Marche de Kanel | |||||
| Ourossogui Market |
Clinics in Kanel
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kanel
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kanel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kanel
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bakel Airport | BXE | Medium Airport |
| Ouro Sogui Airport | MAX | Medium Airport |
| Kaédi Airport | KED | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kanel
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosquée de Diandioli |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kanel
What is the population of Kanel?
Kanel has a population of 15,244 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 6,805 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kanel?
Kanel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches.