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Podor, Senegal
Saint-Louis · Senegal
Podor is a small city in Saint-Louis, Senegal with a population of 11,608. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Podor
Podor is the northernmost town in Senegal, lying on Morfil Island between the Sénégal River and Doué River on the border with Mauritania. It was the location of the ancient state Takrur. It is home to a well-preserved French colonial fort, built in 1854 as a centre for gold trading, and is the birthplace of fashion designer Oumou Sy, as well as musicians Baaba Maal and Mansour Seck.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,608 |
| Population Density | 8,929 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6489°, -14.9607° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Saint-Louis |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.9 inches (226 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Podor
Podor is a small city in Senegal (Saint-Louis) with a population of 11,608. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Podor
Podor has an average annual temperature of 29.7°C (85°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.2°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 245 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.0°F |
| 56% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6489°N, 14.9607°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 87°F (30°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 88°F (31°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Podor has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 74°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Podor
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamat ba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole El hadji Samba Faty, Ngaolé | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Podor
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Podor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Multimédia de Ngaolé | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Podor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Municipal |
Hotels in Podor
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Podor
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Podor
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Podor
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Podor
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Podor
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Podor Airport | POD | Small Airport |
| Richard Toll Airport | RDT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Podor
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Groupe La Poste Podor |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Podor
What is the population of Podor?
Podor has a population of 11,608 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 8,929 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Podor?
Podor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches.