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Say, Niger
Tillabéri Region · Niger
Say is a small city in Tillabéri Region, Niger with a population of 18,333. Elevation: 594 ft (181 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Say
Say (Saayi) is a town in southwest Niger, situated on the Niger River. It is the capital of the Say Department in the Tillabéri Region. Say was a small Songhai town prior to the arrival of the Fulani marabout Alfa Mohamed Diobo in the nineteenth century who converted the town to a center for Islamic learning and established the Emirate of Say. The municipality has 58,290 inhabitants, and its economy is dominated by agriculture, herding and small trade. Today, the inhabitants of Say are mostly Peulh, Songhai and Zarma.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,333 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.1007°, 2.3689° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Tillabéri Region |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.8 inches (553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Say
Say is a small city in Niger (Tillabéri Region) with a population of 18,333. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet (181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Say
Say has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (34.2°C), the coldest is Dec (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 822 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.7°F |
| 57% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 310.2 sq mi (803.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.1007°N, 2.3689°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 93°F (34°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 92°F (33°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 89°F (31°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 87°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Say has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 77°F in January to 93°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Say
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CES Say | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Zongo | - | - | - | - |
| CFM Say | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Timbo | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Ouest | - | - | - | - |
| École Merdersa 2 | - | - | - | - |
| École Medersa 1 | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Say
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Marché de Say | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Diakindi | |||||
| Marche de Gombewa | |||||
| Petit Marché de Say |
Airports Near Say
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diori Hamani International Airport | NIM | Large Airport |
| La Tapoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Say
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande Mosquée de Say |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Niger
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Say
What is the population of Say?
Say has a population of 18,333 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 310.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Say?
Say has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.