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Sam, Burkina Faso
Centre-Ouest · Burkina Faso
Sam is a small town in Centre-Ouest, Burkina Faso with a population of 1,255. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Sam
Sam is a town in the Kokologho Department of Boulkiemdé Province in central western Burkina Faso.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,255 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0809°, -2.0042° |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Country | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso |
| State / Province | Centre-Ouest |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sam
Sam is a small town in Burkina Faso (Centre-Ouest) with a population of 1,255. The city sits at an elevation of 1,017 feet (310 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Ouagadougou.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Burkina Faso avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 176.1 sq mi (456.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0809°N, 2.0042°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Ouagadougou |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 89°F (31°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Sam has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sam
57+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
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| Ecole primaire de Soula A | — | — | — | — |
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| CEG de Savili | — | — | — | — |
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| Ecole primaire de Kossilsi | — | — | — | — |
| CEG de Bourou | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire de Nidaga | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire de Bourou | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole franco-arabe | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire de Sam | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire de Rouré | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire de Savili | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sam
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
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| Radio Bizi Inter | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rqdio Bizi Inter | — | MP3 128 kbps |
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Veterinaries in Sam
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sam
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport | OUA | Large Airport |
| Didyr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koudougou Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poura Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tenado Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sam
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
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| Eglise catholique |
Quick Facts
🇧🇫 About Burkina Faso
Frequently Asked Questions About Sam
What is the population of Sam?
Sam has a population of 1,255 residents and is located in Burkina Faso. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 176.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sam?
Sam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.