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Waoundé, Senegal
Matam · Senegal
Waoundé is a small city in Matam, Senegal with a population of 7,816. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Waoundé
Waoundé est une commune du nord-est du Sénégal, toute proche de la frontière mauritanienne. Jusqu'au milieu du XVIIIe siècle, la cité s'est appelée Dirango.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,816 |
| Population Density | 7,444 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2637°, -12.8682° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
| Country | 🇸🇳 Senegal |
| State / Province | Matam |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.5 inches (469 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Waoundé
Waoundé is a small city in Senegal (Matam) with a population of 7,816. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dakar.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.8°F |
| 57% above Senegal avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2637°N, 12.8682°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 94°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Waoundé has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 76°F in January to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Libraries in Waoundé
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque des anciens manuscrits de Cheik Moussa Camara | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Waoundé
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| marché Bédinki | |||||
| marché de wali | |||||
| Marché maghama | |||||
| marché Sithiane |
Clinics in Waoundé
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Waoundé
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bakel Airport | BXE | Medium Airport |
| Ouro Sogui Airport | MAX | Medium Airport |
| Sélibaby Airport | SEY | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Waoundé?
Waoundé has a population of 7,816 residents and is located in Senegal. The population density is 7,444 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waoundé?
Waoundé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.