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Lokossa, Benin

Mono · Benin

Lokossa is a mid-size city in Mono, Benin with a population of 47,246. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

47,246 Population 471/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Lokossa

Lokossa

Lokossa is an arrondissement, commune, and the capital city of Mono Department in Benin. The name Lokossa translates into English as "underneath the palm tree".

People

Population47,246
Density471/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population47,246
Population Density471 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates6.6387°, 1.7167°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceMono
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,011 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lokossa

Lokossa is a mid-size city in Benin (Mono) with a population of 47,246. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Lokossa

Lokossa has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1083 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 30.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 109.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 172.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 170.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 123.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 152.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 44.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.8
Lokossa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Benin avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area100.4 sq mi (260.0 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates6.6387°N, 1.7167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4.

Sep 11, 2009 13 km NNE of Abomey-Calavi, Benin M4.4 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1933 GOLD COAST Earthquake - - 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
March 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 4.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 2.0 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in

Lokossa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Lokossa

Institution Type Founded Website
CEG 3 Lokossa College - ,
CEG Aguidahoué College - ,
CEG6 de Lokossa College - ,
College d'Enseignement General l de Lokossa College - ,
École Normale d'Instituteurs de Dogbo College - ,

Schools in Lokossa

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Complexe scolaire de Fongba - - - -
École Primaire Publique d'Avedji - - - -
Complexe scolaire de Kpinnou - - - -
Complexe scolaire de condji Agname AB - - - -
Complexe scolaire Guehounkon - - - -
Complexe scolaire Lokossa centre - - - -
Complexe scolaire Tchikomey - - - -
Complexe scolaire de Gendarmerie - - - -
EPP - - - -
Ecole primaire publique - - - -
Ecole primaire publique - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lokossa

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Cotonou 94.3 african music, general MP3
RADIO MARIA TOGO (TG) catholic, catolica MP3 64 kbps
ORTB Radio Parakou music, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lokossa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée du Musicien Gnonnas Pedro

Libraries in Lokossa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aglé Bibliothèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Lokossa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché central de Comé
Marché d'agomé glozou
Marché de Dagbati
Marché de Sègbohoué
Marché de Tabligbo
Marché de Vodoupé
Marché Honhoué
Marché Ouassa Kpodji
Marché zounhè

Hotels in Lokossa

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centre D'Accueil Henri Vignondé
L'étoile rouge
La Madeleine
Le Link

Restaurants in Lokossa

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bel air
BOULANGERIE
Cafeteria de la Poste
Cafeteria de la Poste
le Modon
Le palais
Maquis La Cave du Coin
Restau AFB
WADAÏ

Gas Stations in Lokossa

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BJ #557827317
Petrodis
Station anor Petroleum S.A.

Banks in Lokossa

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of africa
Bank of Africa de Lokossa
Orabank

Shopping Malls in Lokossa

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Link Photo Video

Stadiums & Teams in Lokossa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lokossa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cotonou Cadjehoun International AirportCOOLarge Airport
Lomé–Tokoin International AirportLFWLarge Airport
Bohicon/Cana Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Lokossa

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
161 kV MOME HAGOU
Ligne 330 kV
SBEE LK 16 Répartition

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lokossa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église évangélique
Sainte Marie

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Elevation
64 m (210 ft)
Area
260.0 km² (100.4 mi²)

🇧🇯 About Benin

Capital Porto-Novo
Population 11,485,048
Area 112,620 km²
GDP (USD) $19,673,291,004
GDP per capita $1,394
HDI 0.515
Life expectancy 60.8 years
Internet users 32.2%
Urban population 51.8%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +229
TLD .bj
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Benin

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 10 Traditional Day Traditional Day
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Aug 1 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Oct 26 Armed Forces Day Armed Forces Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Nov 30 National Day National Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lokossa

What is the population of Lokossa?

Lokossa has a population of 47,246 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 471 people per square mile, spread across 100.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lokossa?

Lokossa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

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