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Matam, Senegal
Matam · Senegal
Matam is a small city in Matam, Senegal with a population of 27,695. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 86°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matam
Sinthiou Boumacka est un village du nord-est du Sénégal, près de la frontière avec la Mauritanie, et à 8 km de Kaédi.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,695 |
| Population Density | 7,366 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6559°, -13.2554° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Matam |
| Average Temperature | 86°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.3 inches (362 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matam
Matam is a small city in Senegal (Matam) with a population of 27,695. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 86°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Matam
Matam 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 | 86.0°F |
| 59% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,366/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6559°N, 13.2554°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°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 | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 89°F (32°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 88°F (31°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Matam has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 76°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Matam
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM de Matam | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée de Matam | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole élémentaire Matam IV | - | - | - | - |
| Centre de formation professionnelle de Matam | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Elémentaire | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole élémentaire de Gourel Serigne | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Matam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louma de Kanel | |||||
| Marche de Kanel | |||||
| Ourossogui Market |
Clinics in Matam
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Matam
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matam
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matam
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matam
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ouro Sogui Airport | MAX | Medium Airport |
| Kaédi Airport | KED | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matam
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande Mosquée |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matam
What is the population of Matam?
Matam has a population of 27,695 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 7,366 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matam?
Matam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 86°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches.