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Kaya, Burkina Faso
Centre-Nord · Burkina Faso
Kaya is a large city in Centre-Nord, Burkina Faso with a population of 121,970. Elevation: 1,201 ft (366 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kaya
Kaya is the fifth largest city in Burkina Faso, lying northeast of Ouagadougou, to which it is connected by railway. It is a centre for weaving and tanning.
People
Climate
| Population | 121,970 |
| Population Density | 393 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,201 ft (366 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0883°, -1.0837° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Centre-Nord |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (647 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kaya
Kaya is a large city in Burkina Faso (Centre-Nord) with a population of 121,970. The city sits at an elevation of 1,201 feet (366 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Climate in Kaya
Kaya has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (33.1°C), the coldest is Dec (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 903 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,201 ft (366 m) |
| Area | 310.2 sq mi (803.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 393/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0883°N, 1.0837°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 85°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Kaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Kaya
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de formation professionnel | College | - | , |
| Ecole Supérieure Polytechnique de Kaya | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Kaya
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre | - | - | - | - |
| ENSP | - | - | - | - |
| ADK | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Kolog koom | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole communale A et C | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Provinciale Moussa Kargougou | - | - | - | - |
| Wemtenga "B" | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Privé Youssouf Ouedraogo(LPYO) | - | - | - | - |
| École GAOUA | - | - | - | - |
| kougri Lougda A | - | - | - | - |
| Primary School Catholic Saint Paul | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kaya
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Kaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché d'Ipala | |||||
| Marché de Koalma | |||||
| Marché de Komsilga | |||||
| Marché de Noaka | |||||
| Marché de Poulallé | |||||
| Marché de Toéghin | |||||
| Yaar | |||||
| Yaar | |||||
| Yaar | |||||
| Yaar de Lébda |
Restaurants in Kaya
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kaya
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kaya
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kaya
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kaya
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kaya
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaya
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kaya
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kaya
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport | OUA | Large Airport |
| Barsalogho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boulsa Airport | XBO | Small Airport |
| Kaya Airport | XKY | Small Airport |
| Kongoussi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kaya
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sonapost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaya
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Boniface Ouedraogo | |
| L'Église de Dieu en Christ |
Quick Facts
Around Kaya
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇧🇫 About Burkina Faso
Frequently Asked Questions About Kaya
What is the population of Kaya?
Kaya has a population of 121,970 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 393 people per square mile, spread across 310.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaya?
Kaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.