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Matéri, Benin

Atakora · Benin

Matéri is a small city in Atakora, Benin with a population of 24,490. Elevation: 656 ft (200 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,490 Population 36/sq mi density
656 ft Elevation 200 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Matéri

Matéri is a town, arrondissement and commune in the Atakora Department of north-western Benin. The commune covers an area of 4740 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 113,958 people.

People

Population24,490
Density36/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Population24,490
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Coordinates10.6962°, 1.0631°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceAtakora
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matéri

Matéri is a small city in Benin (Atakora) with a population of 24,490. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet (200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Matéri

Matéri has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.1°C), the coldest is Dec (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 1626 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.6°C / 73°F 12° / 33.8° 0.8
Feb 25.1°C / 77°F 14.2° / 37° 0.1
Mar 29.1°C / 84°F 18.8° / 39.5° 16.3
Apr 29.1°C / 84°F 21.6° / 39.5° 88.5
May 27.8°C / 82°F 22.4° / 36.8° 156.3
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 21.1° / 33.1° 258.0
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.6° / 30.8° 303.5
Aug 24.7°C / 77°F 20.7° / 30.3° 328.1
Sep 25.2°C / 77°F 20.8° / 30.9° 302.1
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 19.2° / 31.9° 165.6
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 15.2° / 32.3° 7.2
Dec 22°C / 72°F 12.2° / 32.1° 0.0
Matéri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above Benin avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area671.8 sq mi (1,740.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates10.6962°N, 1.0631°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
6% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.41"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
March 89°F (32°C) 0.6 in
April 89°F (32°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 3.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in Coldest, Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 8.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
November 83°F (29°C) 0.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in

Matéri has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in August to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Matéri

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CEG de Materi - - - -
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Libraries in Matéri

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Centre de lecture et d'animation culturelle de Tanguieta0.0

Farmers Markets in Matéri

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Central
Marché de Cobly
Marché de Materi

Stadiums & Teams in Matéri

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Matéri

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Natitingou AirportNAESmall Airport
Pama AirportXPASmall Airport
Porga Airport-Small Airport
Sansanné-Mango Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Elevation
219 m (719 ft)
Area
1,740.0 km² (671.6 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 Matéri

What is the population of Matéri?

Matéri has a population of 24,490 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 671.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matéri?

Matéri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches.

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