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Kayar, Senegal
Thiès · Senegal
Kayar is a small city in Thiès, Senegal with a population of 23,585. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kayar
Kayar (transl. Coir) is a 1978 Malayalam epic novel by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai. Widely considered one of the most seminal works in Malayalam literature, Kayar received many major literary awards, including the Vayalar Award.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,585 |
| Population Density | 17,470 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9189°, -17.1198° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Thiès |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.2 inches (436 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kayar
Kayar is a small city in Senegal (Thiès) with a population of 23,585. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Kayar
Kayar has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 753 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,470/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9189°N, 17.1198°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Kayar has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kayar
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée de Bayakh | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kayar
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTS 92.5 RSI | - | AAC | |
| Radio Keur Massar | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kayar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keur Tostan | ||||
| Keur Tostan | ||||
| Keur Tostan |
Libraries in Kayar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteque Publique de Bargny | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque centrale de l'université de Thies | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque centrale de l'université de Thies | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque centrale de l'université de Thies | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Daniel Brottier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l'ENSA | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l'ENSA | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l'ENSA | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Nouro Té Wouté | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Nouro Té Wouté | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Nouro Té Wouté | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Xamle | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Xamle | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Xamle | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Culturel Maurice Gueye | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Culturelle Lat Daro | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Culturelle Lat Daro | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Culturelle Lat Daro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kayar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diakhao | |||||
| Entrée marché Malika | |||||
| Entrée marché Malika | |||||
| Entrée marché Malika | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché Ainoumady | |||||
| Marche Arafat 2 | |||||
| Marché aux bestiaux | |||||
| Marché aux bestiaux | |||||
| Marché aux bestiaux | |||||
| Marché Bène Barraque | |||||
| Marché Central de Bargny | |||||
| Marché Central de Thiès | |||||
| Marché de Malika | |||||
| Marché de Niague | |||||
| Marché de Pout | |||||
| Marché de Rufisque | |||||
| Marche de Sangalkam | |||||
| Marché de Sebi Ponty | |||||
| Marché de Sébikotane | |||||
| Marché de Tivigne Tanghor | |||||
| Marché Diamalaye | |||||
| Marché Diamalaye | |||||
| Marché Diamalaye | |||||
| Marche Grand Thiès | |||||
| Marché jumbo | |||||
| Marché légumes | |||||
| Marché local Unité 14 | |||||
| Marché mbour 2 | |||||
| Marché Unité 4 |
Gas Stations in Kayar
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kayar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Basket Lat Dior | ||
| Stade Basket Lat Dior | ||
| Stade Lat Dior | ||
| Stade Lat Dior | ||
| Stade Maniang Soumaré | ||
| Stade Maniang Soumaré |
Airports Near Kayar
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blaise Diagne International Airport | DSS | Large Airport |
| Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport | DKR | Large Airport |
| Saly-Joseph Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thiès Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kayar
32 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bio Ahwa du Rail | ||
| Bio Ahwa du Rail | ||
| Cabinet Medical Serigne Abdou Karim Mbacke | ||
| Cabinet Medical Serigne Abdou Karim Mbacke | ||
| case de sante de miname | ||
| case de sante de miname | ||
| Centre de santé de Grand Médine | ||
| Centre de santé de Grand Médine | ||
| Clinique camed | ||
| Clinique Foulo | ||
| Clinique Foulo | ||
| Clinique La Conception | ||
| Clinique La Conception | ||
| Clinique Matlaboul Chifa I | ||
| Clinique Matlaboul Chifa I | ||
| Clinique paramédical Le Doyen (Blue star) | ||
| Clinique paramédical Le Doyen (Blue star) | ||
| Dispensaire Malika | ||
| Ecole De Ante-Development Maternite | ||
| Ecole De Ante-Development Maternite | ||
| El Hadji Djibril Doucoure | ||
| Hôpital des Élèves | ||
| Hôpital des Élèves | ||
| Maternité municipale de Yeumbeul Nord | ||
| Mouhamadou Bamba SENE | ||
| Plateau médical Absa | ||
| Plateau médical Absa | ||
| Sant Yalla | ||
| Sant Yalla | ||
| Sant Yalla | ||
| YA SALAM | ||
| YA SALAM |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kayar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande Mosquée Serigne Touba | |
| Mosquée de Thor |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kayar
What is the population of Kayar?
Kayar has a population of 23,585 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 17,470 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kayar?
Kayar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.