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Teseney, Eritrea
Gash-Barka · Eritrea
Teseney is a small town in Gash-Barka, Eritrea with a population of 3,753. Elevation: 1,949 ft (594 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Teseney
Teseney, also spelled Tessenei or Tesseney, is a market town in western Eritrea. It lies south-east of Kassala in Sudan, on the Gash River. The city was much fought over in the Eritrean War of Independence during which much of it was destroyed. After the war, Tessenei has become a governmental administrative center with customs and agricultural offices and a military base.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,753 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,949 ft (594 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1100°, 36.6575° |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
| Country | 🇪🇷 Eritrea |
| State / Province | Gash-Barka |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.4 inches (390 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Teseney
Teseney is a small town in Eritrea (Gash-Barka) with a population of 3,753. The city sits at an elevation of 1,949 feet (594 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.6°F |
| 55% above Eritrea avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,949 ft (594 m) |
| Area | 307.5 sq mi (796.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1100°N, 36.6575°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Teseney has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 78°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Teseney
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokab Tesbah elementary school | - | - | - | - |
| sagem high school | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Teseney
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Teseney
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kassala Airport | KSL | Medium Airport |
| Tessenei Airport | TES | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Teseney?
Teseney has a population of 3,753 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 307.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Teseney?
Teseney has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches.