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Almas, Sao Tome and Principe

São Tomé Island · Sao Tome and Principe

Almas is a small town in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 4,601. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,601 Population 2,409/sq mi density
469 ft Elevation 143 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
78.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Sao Tome Timezone

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About Almas

Almas is a town in Mé-Zóchi District, São Tomé Island, São Tomé and Príncipe. Its population is 1,255. It lies 1 km southwest of Praia Melão and 5 km south of the capital São Tomé.

People

Population4,601
Density2,409/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain78.6 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Population4,601
Population Density2,409 / sq mi
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Coordinates0.2991°, 6.7447°
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome
Country🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe
State / ProvinceSão Tomé Island
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation78.6 inches (1,997 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Almas

Almas is a small town in Sao Tome and Principe (São Tomé Island) with a population of 4,601. The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet (143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Sao_Tome.

Climate in Almas

Almas has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1283 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 123.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 209.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 275.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 35.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 112.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 147.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 66.1
Almas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above Sao Tome and Principe avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density2,409/sq mi
Coordinates0.2991°N, 6.7447°W
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 78.6"
107% above Sao Tome and Principe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 10.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

May 26, 2010 109 km NE of San Antonio de Palé, Equatorial Guinea M4.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 7.3 in
February 77°F (25°C) 6.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in Warmest
April 77°F (25°C) 10.5 in Wettest
May 76°F (25°C) 9.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 8.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in

Almas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.5") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Almas

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Almas Elementary School - - - -
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Museums in Almas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coffe Museum
São Sebastião Museum

Libraries in Almas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca da Trindade0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Cantagalo0.0
Biblioteca Nacional0.0
Biblioteca Paroquial de Santana0.0

Farmers Markets in Almas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Firma Comercial LL Bem Estar Lda.
Mercado do Cruzeiro
Mercado Bobo Forro
Mercado da Cidade da Trindade
Mercado de Cova Água Santana
Mercado de Cova Água Santana

Stadiums & Teams in Almas

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Airports Near Almas

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
São Tomé International AirportTMSLarge Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Sao_Tome

🇸🇹 About Sao Tome and Principe

Capital Sao Tome
Population 197,700
Area 1,001 km²
GDP (USD) $690,456,807
GDP per capita $2,991
HDI 0.637
Life expectancy 69.7 years
Internet users 61.5%
Urban population 68.6%
Currency STN (Dobra)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +239
TLD .st
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Almas

What is the population of Almas?

Almas has a population of 4,601 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe. The population density is 2,409 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Almas?

Almas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.

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