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Matam is a region of Senegal (regional capitals have the same name as their respective regions). It is a flat, arid region bounded on the north by the Sénégal River and the south by the Sahelian plain studded with baobab trees. Matam is populated by the Pulaar -speaking Toucouleur people.
Matam (Hassaniya Arabic: ماتام; Wolof: Mataam) is the capital town of the Matam Region in north-east Senegal, and lies on the Sénégal River on the border with Mauritania. In the census of 2002, Matam had 14,620 inhabitants and in the 2023 census the population of the town had increased to 27,695.
MonthJanFebMarRecord high °C (°F)45.4 (113.7)48.4 (119.1)46.2 (115.2)Mean daily maximum °C (°F)33.8 (92.8)36.6 (97.9)40.0 (104.0)Mean daily minimum °C (°F)16.4 (61.5)18.8 (65.8)21.5 (70.7)Record low °C (°F)9.6 (49.3)10.0 (50.0)12.0 (53.6)Dec 24, 2023 · In the northeastern part of Senegal lies the Matam Region, a gateway to a world of tradition, culture, and unspoiled natural beauty. This region, often overlooked by tourists, offers a glimpse into the heart of Senegal’s customs and diverse landscapes.
May 27, 2023 · From the cool mosque back into the sun: People in the city of Matam, capital of a Muslim-dominated region in northeastern Senegal, live in constant heat. With temperatures around 48 degrees...
Dec 24, 2023 · Nestled in the northeastern part of Senegal, the Matam Region beckons travelers to discover the charm of tradition and the unspoiled beauty of nature. Often overlooked by tourists, Matam offers a unique blend of cultural experiences and diverse landscapes.
Oct 23, 2023 · Senegal is a West African country that shares its northern border with Mauritania, its eastern border with Mali, its southern border with Guinea and Guinea-Bissau, and its western border with the Atlantic Ocean. To the northwest, it surrounds the small country of The Gambia, creating an enclave around the Gambia River.
MATAM. Population: 5,62,539. Landmass: 29,445 km sq. Matam is a stark, flat, arid place bounded on the north by the Sénégal River and the south by the Sahelian plain studded with baobab trees. Favourite this region. Matam region has become a result the administrative division of 2008.
