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Saraya, Senegal

Kédougou · Senegal

Saraya is a small town in Kédougou, Senegal with a population of 2,726. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,726 Population 222/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar Timezone

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About Saraya

Saraya is a small town with commune status in southeast Senegal. It is the chief settlement of Saraya Department in Kédougou Region.

People

Population2,726
Density222/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Population2,726
Population Density222 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates12.8317°, -11.7538°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceKédougou
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,049 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saraya

Saraya is a small town in Senegal (Kédougou) with a population of 2,726. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.

Saraya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.7°F
53% above Senegal avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates12.8317°N, 11.7538°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Senegal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.85"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6.

Feb 19, 2018 24 km NNW of Koubia, Guinea M4.6 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
February 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.2 in Warmest
May 91°F (33°C) 1.7 in
June 84°F (29°C) 5.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest

Saraya has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 77°F in December to 91°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.9") and February the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Saraya

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School - - - -
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Gas Stations in Saraya

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SN #10301030991
SN #10301030992

Airports Near Saraya

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kédougou AirportKGGMedium Airport
Kenieba AirportKNZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saraya

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosquée de Saraya

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dakar
Elevation
188 m (617 ft)

🇸🇳 About Senegal

Capital Dakar
Population 15,854,360
Area 196,190 km²
GDP (USD) $30,696,331,296
GDP per capita $1,698
HDI 0.517
Life expectancy 68.7 years
Internet users 60.6%
Urban population 54.7%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +221
TLD .sn
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saraya

What is the population of Saraya?

Saraya has a population of 2,726 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 222 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saraya?

Saraya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

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