Tessaoua, Niger
Maradi Region · Niger
Tessaoua is a small town in Maradi Region, Niger with a population of 538. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Tessaoua
Tessaoua, formerly known as Tessawa, is a city located in the Maradi Region of Niger. It has a population of 43,409. Tessaoua is historically an important city in its region. It is situated in a central geographical location. Tessaoua is a midpoint on a historical trade route between Agadez, Niger, in the north and Kano, Nigeria, in the south. During the collapse of the sultanates of Bornu and Sokoto during the late 19th century, the local ruler declared his territory the sultanate of Tessaoua; he signed a treaty of protection with the French captain Cazemajou in 1897, prior to the explorer's murder in nearby Zinder.
People
Climate
| Population | 538 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.7574°, 7.9874° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Maradi Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.1 inches (409 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tessaoua
Tessaoua is a small town in Niger (Maradi Region) with a population of 538. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Tessaoua
Tessaoua has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (33.5°C), the coldest is Jan (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 649 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 309.3 sq mi (801.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.7574°N, 7.9874°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Tessaoua has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 72°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tessaoua
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP Nafouta | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Tessaoua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Marché de Tessaoua |
Banks in Tessaoua
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tessaoua
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport | DKA | Medium Airport |
| Tessaoua Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tessaoua
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grande mosqée | |
| Mosquée Elh Moussa |
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Public Holidays in Niger
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What is the population of Tessaoua?
Tessaoua has a population of 538 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 309.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tessaoua?
Tessaoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches.
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