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Salémata, Senegal
Kédougou · Senegal
Salémata is a small town in Kédougou, Senegal with a population of 4,752. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salémata
Salémata is a small town with commune status in south-east Senegal. It is the chief settlement of the Salémata Department in the Kédougou Region. It lies close to the Niokolo-Koba National Park and the Dindefelo Falls, close to the border with Guinea Conakry.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,752 |
| Population Density | 3,168 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6285°, -12.8166° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Kédougou |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.2 inches (1,149 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salémata
Salémata is a small town in Senegal (Kédougou) with a population of 4,752. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet (98 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.5°F |
| 53% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6285°N, 12.8166°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Salémata has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in December to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Salémata
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM Salemata | - | - | - | - |
| MDS Salemata | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Salémata
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Salémata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luumo Salemata |
Hotels in Salémata
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Salémata
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kédougou Airport | KGG | Medium Airport |
| Niokolo-Koba Airport | NIK | Small Airport |
| Sambailo Airport | SBI | Small Airport |
| Simenti Airport | SMY | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Salémata
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bassari Country: Bassari, Fula and Bedik Cultural Landscapes | Cultural | 2012 |
| Niokolo-Koba National Park | Natural | 1981 |
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What is the population of Salémata?
Salémata has a population of 4,752 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 3,168 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salémata?
Salémata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches.