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Nouna, Burkina Faso
Boucle du Mouhoun · Burkina Faso
Nouna is a mid-size city in Boucle du Mouhoun, Burkina Faso with a population of 32,428. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nouna
Nouna is a town, with a population of 32,428 (2019), located in the Province of Kossi in Burkina Faso. It is the capital of the Province. Nouna is a fairly developed town that boasts electricity, running water, land-line telephones, and cellular phones. It also has a high school, bank, post office, mayor's office, and several hotels.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,428 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.7294°, -3.8631° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Boucle du Mouhoun |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (750 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nouna
Nouna is a mid-size city in Burkina Faso (Boucle du Mouhoun) with a population of 32,428. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Climate in Nouna
Nouna has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (33.6°C), the coldest is Dec (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 949 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.7°F |
| 53% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 3,134.4 sq mi (8,118.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7294°N, 3.8631°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in |
Nouna has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Nouna
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de formation | College | - | , |
| Centre de formation professionnel Deo Gracias | College | - | , |
Schools in Nouna
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complexe scolaire catholique | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire (Ecole primaire + CEG) | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée privé La Clé de la Réussite | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Korédougou | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Babekolon | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Tonkoroni | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Kansara | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Bisso | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire de Sambadougou | - | - | - | - |
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Radio Stations near Nouna
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Farmers Markets in Nouna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Nouna | |||||
| NMarché de Kéména |
Cinemas in Nouna
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nouna
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nouna
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nouna
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dedougou Airport | DGU | Small Airport |
| Nouna Airport | XNU | Small Airport |
| Safane Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nouna
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste Burkina |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nouna
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale de Nouna |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nouna
What is the population of Nouna?
Nouna has a population of 32,428 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 3,134.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nouna?
Nouna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.