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Sédhiou, Senegal
Sédhiou · Senegal
Sédhiou is a mid-size city in Sédhiou, Senegal with a population of 31,511. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Sédhiou
Sédhiou is a town of Senegal, in Casamance area, nearby the Casamance river, with a population of 31,511 in 2023. It is the capital of the Sédhiou Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,511 |
| Population Density | 5,846 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.7081°, -15.5569° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Sédhiou |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,054 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sédhiou
Sédhiou is a mid-size city in Senegal (Sédhiou) with a population of 31,511. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Climate in Sédhiou
Sédhiou has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (30.7°C), the coldest is Jan (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1766 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,846/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.7081°N, 15.5569°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 14.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Sédhiou has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sédhiou
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Tambanaba | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Elementaire de Diattouma | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sédhiou
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Sédhiou
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sédhiou
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sédhiou
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sédhiou
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sédhiou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ziguinchor Airport | ZIG | Medium Airport |
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sédhiou
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sapeur pompier | |
| Sapeur Pompier |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sédhiou
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande mosqué de Sédhiou | |
| mosauée du village | |
| salle de classe |
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What is the population of Sédhiou?
Sédhiou has a population of 31,511 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 5,846 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sédhiou?
Sédhiou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.