Sokone, Senegal

Fatick · Senegal

Sokone is a small city in Fatick, Senegal with a population of 20,424. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

20,424 Population 7,067/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dakar Timezone

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About Sokone

Sokone

Sokone is a town in the Fatick Region of central Senegal.

People

Population20,424
Density7,067/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population20,424
Population Density7,067 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates13.8833°, -16.3667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar
Country🇸🇳 Senegal
State / ProvinceFatick
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (681 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sokone

Sokone is a small city in Senegal (Fatick) with a population of 20,424. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.

Climate in Sokone

Sokone has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (30°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 873 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 13.7° / 36.6° 0.0
Feb 26.4°C / 79°F 15.6° / 38.8° 0.8
Mar 27.5°C / 81°F 16.8° / 40.9° 1.1
Apr 29.4°C / 85°F 18.6° / 42.9° 7.8
May 30°C / 86°F 20.5° / 43.3° 7.3
Jun 29.3°C / 85°F 22.1° / 40.2° 53.9
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 23.3° / 36.3° 154.2
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 23.7° / 33.6° 305.4
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.5° / 32.6° 252.3
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 20.3° / 34.2° 89.0
Nov 26.1°C / 79°F 16° / 35° 0.8
Dec 24.2°C / 76°F 14.6° / 34.9° 0.8
Sokone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above Senegal avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density7,067/sq mi
Coordinates13.8833°N, 16.3667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dakar

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.8"
29% below Senegal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.04"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in
October 83°F (28°C) 1.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Sokone has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Sokone

6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole primaire - - - -
Ecole primaire de Diamaguene - - - -
Ecole N°2 - - - -
Lycée - - - -
Ecole primaire - - - -
Sainte thérése de l'enfant jésus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sokone

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Sokone

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
USAID library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sokone

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ancien Marché
Marché de Sokone

Hotels in Sokone

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Afrika Strike
Auberge du Delta
Campement de Niombato
Campement HELABA
Fadidi Campement
Hôtel de Caïman
Keur Saloum
Les Barracudas
Les Palétuviers boutique hotel

Restaurants in Sokone

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Restaurant Le Cailcedrat
Jokkoo

Bus Stations in Sokone

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SN #9265827817

Gas Stations in Sokone

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SN #11251075950
Sokone Junction

Banks in Sokone

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Credit Mutuel Senegal
Pamecas

Airports Near Sokone

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Banjul International AirportBJLLarge Airport
Kaolack AirportKLCMedium Airport
Djilor Pout Pout Airport-Small Airport
Saly-Joseph Aerodrome-Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sokone

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Saloum DeltaCultural2011

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sokone

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dakar
Elevation
14 m (46 ft)
Area
7.5 km² (2.9 mi²)

🇸🇳 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sokone

Saloum Delta
Cultural · inscribed 2011
Fishing and shellfish gathering have sustained human life in the 5,000 km2 property, which is formed by the arms of three rivers. The site comprises brackish channels encompassing over 200 islands and islets, mangrove forest, an Atlantic marine environment, an...

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What is the population of Sokone?

Sokone has a population of 20,424 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 7,067 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sokone?

Sokone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.

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