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Savalou, Benin

Collines · Benin

Savalou is a mid-size city in Collines, Benin with a population of 38,162. Elevation: 594 ft (181 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

38,162 Population 38/sq mi density
594 ft Elevation 181 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Porto-Novo Timezone

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About Savalou

Savalou

Savalou is a city located in the Collines Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of 2,674 square kilometres and as of 2012 had a population of 35,433 people. It is the birthplace of Olympic Beninese hurdler Odile Ahouanwanou.

People

Population38,162
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Population38,162
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Coordinates7.9281°, 1.9756°
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
Country🇧🇯 Benin
State / ProvinceCollines
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,035 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Savalou

Savalou is a mid-size city in Benin (Collines) with a population of 38,162. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet (181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.

Climate in Savalou

Savalou has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (28°C), the coldest is Dec (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1558 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 14.6° / 34.1° 11.0
Feb 27°C / 81°F 16.2° / 36.3° 18.9
Mar 28°C / 82°F 22.2° / 37° 77.6
Apr 27.6°C / 82°F 21.8° / 35.7° 108.4
May 27.2°C / 81°F 21.6° / 34.2° 155.4
Jun 26°C / 79°F 21.4° / 32.2° 208.9
Jul 25.3°C / 78°F 20.8° / 30.8° 240.4
Aug 25°C / 77°F 20.6° / 30.8° 209.6
Sep 25.3°C / 78°F 21° / 30.7° 266.8
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 21.1° / 31.5° 239.8
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 18.3° / 32.4° 18.0
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 14.7° / 32.9° 3.1
Savalou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Benin avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area1,012.5 sq mi (2,622.4 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates7.9281°N, 1.9756°W
TimezoneAfrica/Porto-Novo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above Benin avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
March 85°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
April 83°F (29°C) 4.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in
June 80°F (26°C) 5.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
October 80°F (26°C) 3.6 in
November 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in

Savalou has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Savalou

Institution Type Founded Website
CEG LOGOZOHE University - ,
Ecole Nationale des Sciences et Technologies de l'Information et de la communication - ENSTIC University - ,
FAST/UAC University - ,

Schools in Savalou

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CEG Attakè - - - -
Site ÉPP d'AGBETODJI - - - -
Site EPP FIFADJI - - - -
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Radio Stations near Savalou

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Savalou

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chasse & FA
Palais royal de Savalou

Farmers Markets in Savalou

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Dassa

Hotels in Savalou

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bénin Calypso Hotel
F & F Hotel
Grâce Mariale Hôtel

Clinics in Savalou

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique St Eloi Pr

Bus Stations in Savalou

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BJ #12121200622

Stadiums & Teams in Savalou

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Airports Near Savalou

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kolokope Airport-Small Airport
Savé AirportSVFSmall Airport

Post Offices in Savalou

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arrêt HTA 13 A1250
H61 100 kVA Existant
H61 160 kVA Existant
H61 250 kVA sur Châssis

Churches & Religious Organizations in Savalou

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église évangélique de délivrance et de salut en Christ

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo

🇧🇯 About Benin

Capital Porto-Novo
Population 11,485,048
Area 112,620 km²
GDP (USD) $19,673,291,004
GDP per capita $1,394
HDI 0.515
Life expectancy 60.8 years
Internet users 32.2%
Urban population 51.8%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +229
TLD .bj
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Benin

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 10 Traditional Day Traditional Day
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Aug 1 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Oct 26 Armed Forces Day Armed Forces Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Nov 30 National Day National Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Savalou

What is the population of Savalou?

Savalou has a population of 38,162 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 1,012.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Savalou?

Savalou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches.

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