Oussouye, Senegal
Ziguinchor · Senegal
Oussouye is a small city in Ziguinchor, Senegal with a population of 5,705. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Oussouye
Oussouye is a small town and urban commune in the Oussouye Department in the Ziguinchor Region of Senegal. It lies in the area of Basse Casamance in the south of the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,705 |
| Population Density | 9,508 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4850°, -16.5469° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Ziguinchor |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.4 inches (1,332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oussouye
Oussouye is a small city in Senegal (Ziguinchor) with a population of 5,705. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Oussouye
Oussouye has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.6°C), the coldest is Apr (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1334 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,508/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4850°N, 16.5469°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 18.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Oussouye has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 52.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.3") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Oussouye
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège d'Elinkine | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Elémentaire Edouard Diatta | - | - | - | - |
| CEM Aline Sitoé Diatta | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Oussouye | - | - | - | - |
| CEM Aline Sitoé Diatta | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole publique de Djivente | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Oussouye
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Oussouye
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabrique | ||||
| Musée de la Tradition Diola | ||||
| Musée Kadioute | ||||
| Sangawatt |
Farmers Markets in Oussouye
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché à légumes du Cap Skirring | |||||
| Marché Artisanal du Cap Skirring | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché d'Elinkine |
Hotels in Oussouye
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oussouye
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oussouye
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Oussouye
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Oussouye
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Skirring Airport | CSK | Medium Airport |
| Ziguinchor Airport | ZIG | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Oussouye
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La poste |
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What is the population of Oussouye?
Oussouye has a population of 5,705 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 9,508 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oussouye?
Oussouye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches.
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