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Tchaourou, Benin
Borgou · Benin
Tchaourou is a mid-size city in Borgou, Benin with a population of 43,862. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Tchaourou
Tchaourou is a commune, arrondissement, and city located in the Borgou Department of Benin, a country in Western Africa, formerly known as Dahomey. It is the birthplace of former Beninese president Yayi Boni. It is 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of Parakou.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,862 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8865°, 2.5975° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Borgou |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.5 inches (1,080 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tchaourou
Tchaourou is a mid-size city in Benin (Borgou) with a population of 43,862. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet (332 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Tchaourou
Tchaourou has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.7°C), the coldest is Dec (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1297 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Area | 3,378.0 sq mi (8,748.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8865°N, 2.5975°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Tchaourou has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Tchaourou
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEG d'Ogoutèdo | College | — | — |
| CEG Tékparou | College | — | — |
| Centre d'enseignement générale de Toui | College | — | — |
| Collège d'enseignement général public de Tchaourou | College | — | — |
| Ex Centre Universitaire de Tchaourou | University | — | — |
| Faculté | University | — | — |
Schools in Tchaourou
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epp Nassara | — | — | — | — |
| École privé GLORIA | — | — | — | — |
| CPEGT GLORIA | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire publique de Gbéyèkèrou 1 | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire publique de Worogui-Goura | — | — | — | — |
| `École primaire publique de Koro | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire publique de Borori | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tchaourou
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORTB Radio Bénin | news | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Tchaourou
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maison du roi de tchaorou |
Farmers Markets in Tchaourou
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché d'Odo-Akaba | |||||
| Marché de Gango | |||||
| Marché de Tchaorou | |||||
| Marché de Tchaourou | |||||
| Marché de Tékparou |
Hotels in Tchaourou
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tchaourou
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tchaourou
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tchaourou
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tchaourou
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tchaourou
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tchaourou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tourou International Airport | — | Large Airport |
| Parakou Airport | PKO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tchaourou
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise catholique | |
| Eglise chrétienne Rattachée de Dieu | |
| Eglise Pentecôte | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée | |
| Mosquée | |
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| Mosquée | |
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| Mosquée | |
| Séminaire |
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Tchaourou?
Tchaourou has a population of 43,862 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 3,378.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tchaourou?
Tchaourou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches.