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Toukountouna, Benin
Atakora · Benin
Toukountouna is a small city in Atakora, Benin with a population of 16,330. Elevation: 1,257 ft (383 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Toukountouna
Toucountouna is a town, arrondissement and commune in the Atakora Department of north-western Benin. The commune covers an area of 1600 square kilometres and as of 2013 had a population of 39,779 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,330 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5028°, 1.3744° |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
| Country | 🇧🇯 Benin |
| State / Province | Atakora |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,104 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Toukountouna
Toukountouna is a small city in Benin (Atakora) with a population of 16,330. The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet (383 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Porto-Novo.
Climate in Toukountouna
Toukountouna has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (31°C), the coldest is Aug (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1248 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Benin avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 505.3 sq mi (1,308.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5028°N, 1.3744°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Porto-Novo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Toukountouna has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 76°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Toukountouna
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPP Cocota | — | — | — | — |
| CEG Toucountouna | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Toukountouna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée d’Arts et de Traditions Populaires | ||||
| Musée Kaba |
Libraries in Toukountouna
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de lecture et d'animation culturelle de Tanguieta | 0.0 | |||||
| Librairie de l'evêché | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Toukountouna
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Marché de Natitingou | |||||
| Marché Central | |||||
| Marché de Kouporgou | |||||
| Marché de Tchoukoutou | |||||
| Marché de Toucountouna | |||||
| Petit Marché |
Cafes in Toukountouna
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Toukountouna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Toukountouna
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Niamtougou International Airport | LRL | Large Airport |
| Natitingou Airport | NAE | Small Airport |
| Pama Airport | XPA | Small Airport |
| Porga Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Benin
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Toukountouna?
Toukountouna has a population of 16,330 residents and is located in Benin. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 505.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Toukountouna?
Toukountouna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.