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Yako
City in Nord, Burkina Faso
Overview
Yako is a lively town in northern Burkina Faso, recognized for its busy markets, warm community life, and surrounding savannah landscapes. It's a gateway to rural culture and offers insight into the daily rhythms of the Nord region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Burkina Faso
Region
Nord
Population
38,689
Time Zone
Africa/Ouagadougou
Coordinates
12.96°, -2.26°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
32
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
38
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$360
Local Cost
$177
Local Income
$55
Cashless
13
English
18
Temperature
28.0°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
25.0°C
Record High
44.5°C
Record Low
9.7°C
Humidity
46%
Precipitation
864 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 51/100.
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