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Péhonko, Benin
Atakora · Benin
Péhonko is a mid-size city in Atakora, Benin with a population of 37,217. Elevation: 1,263 ft (385 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Péhonko
Péhunco or Péhonko often referred to as Ouassa-Péhunco is a town, arrondissement and commune located in the Atakora Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of approximately 1,900 km² and had a population of 78,217 at the 2013 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,217 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.2275°, 2.0019° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Atakora |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,092 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Péhonko
Péhonko is a mid-size city in Benin (Atakora) with a population of 37,217. The city sits at an elevation of 1,263 feet (385 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Péhonko
Péhonko has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.5°C), the coldest is Dec (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1549 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Area | 756.6 sq mi (1,959.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.2275°N, 2.0019°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Péhonko has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 77°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Péhonko
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEG Péhonko | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Sinnin | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Bouérou-Gourou | - | - | - | - |
| EPP Sayakourou | - | - | - | - |
| EPP | - | - | - | - |
| Epp | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire publique | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Péhonko
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché à bétail | |||||
| Marché de Pehonco |
Hotels in Péhonko
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Péhonko
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Péhonko
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Péhonko
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Péhonko
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bembereke Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Djougou Airport | DJA | Small Airport |
| Natitingou Airport | NAE | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Péhonko
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| L'église catholique de Gonri |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Péhonko?
Péhonko has a population of 37,217 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 756.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Péhonko?
Péhonko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.