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Safim, Guinea-Bissau

Biombo · Guinea-Bissau

Safim is a small town in Biombo, Guinea-Bissau with a population of 3,193. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,193 Population 107/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
63.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bissau Timezone

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About Safim

Safim

Safim is a city and sector in the Biombo Region of Guinea-Bissau. It has a population of 17,356 inhabitants as of the 2009 national census.

People

Population3,193
Density107/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population3,193
Population Density107 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates11.9500°, -15.6500°
TimezoneAfrica/Bissau
Country🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau
State / ProvinceBiombo
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation63.1 inches (1,602 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Safim

Safim is a small town in Guinea-Bissau (Biombo) with a population of 3,193. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bissau.

Climate in Safim

Safim has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1509 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 148.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 334.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 493.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 395.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 113.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 8.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.7
Safim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Guinea-Bissau avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates11.9500°N, 15.6500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bissau

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.1"
66% above Guinea-Bissau avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 20.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 14.7 in
August 79°F (26°C) 20.9 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 14.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in

Safim has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (20.9") and January the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Safim

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Ethnográfico
Museo Ethnográfico
Museu Etnográfico
Museu Etnográfico

Libraries in Safim

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca do Centro Cultural do Brasil0.0
Biblioteca do Centro Cultural Português0.0
Biblioteca Publica0.0
Centro Cultural Francês0.0

Farmers Markets in Safim

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feira de Artesanato e Ateliers / Mercado dos Coqueiros
Feira de Artesanato e Ateliers / Mercado dos Coqueiros
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado de Bandim
Mercado de Bandim
Mercado de Bula

Stadiums & Teams in Safim

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Lino Correia
Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro

Airports Near Safim

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Osvaldo Vieira International AirportOXBLarge Airport
Ziguinchor AirportZIGMedium Airport
Bubaque AirportBQESmall Airport
Cufar Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Safim

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja de Djal

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bissau

🇬🇼 About Guinea-Bissau

Capital Bissau
Population 1,874,309
Area 36,120 km²
GDP (USD) $2,127,688,181
GDP per capita $988
HDI 0.514
Life expectancy 64.1 years
Internet users 32.5%
Urban population 45.6%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole
Calling code +245
TLD .gw
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Safim

What is the population of Safim?

Safim has a population of 3,193 residents and is located in Guinea-Bissau. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 29.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Safim?

Safim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.1 inches.

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