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Kérou, Benin
Atakora · Benin
Kérou is a mid-size city in Atakora, Benin with a population of 54,276. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kérou
Kérou is a town, arrondissement and commune located in the Atakora Department of Benin.The commune covers an area of 3745 square kilometres and as of 2012 had a population of 37,419 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 54,276 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8258°, 2.1048° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Atakora |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,054 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kérou
Kérou is a mid-size city in Benin (Atakora) with a population of 54,276. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet (332 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Kérou
Kérou has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1175 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Area | 1,703.0 sq mi (4,410.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8258°N, 2.1048°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Kérou has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in August to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kérou
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEG Kérou | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Brignamarou A | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Brignamarou B | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique de Mondara | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kérou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Kérou | |||||
| Marché de Kérou |
Bus Stations in Kérou
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kérou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bembereke Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Natitingou Airport | NAE | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kérou
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kérou
What is the population of Kérou?
Kérou has a population of 54,276 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 1,703.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kérou?
Kérou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.