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Bambari, Central African Republic
Ouaka · Central African Republic
Bambari is a mid-size city in Ouaka, Central African Republic with a population of 83,029. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bambari
Bambari is a town in the Central African Republic, lying on the Ouaka River. It has a population of 41,356 and is the capital of Ouaka prefecture. Bambari is an important market town and home to Bambari Airport, and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bambari.
People
Climate
| Population | 83,029 |
| Population Density | 262 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7680°, 20.6757° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
| Country | 🇨🇫 Central African Republic |
| State / Province | Ouaka |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.8 inches (1,494 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bambari
Bambari is a mid-size city in Central African Republic (Ouaka) with a population of 83,029. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.
Climate in Bambari
Bambari 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 1363 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Central African Republic avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 316.9 sq mi (820.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 262/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7680°N, 20.6757°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Bambari has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (0.5").
Schools in Bambari
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Nicola Bara | - | - | - | - |
| École d'Atongo | - | - | - | - |
| École de Kombelet | - | - | - | - |
| École de Lapago | - | - | - | - |
| École de Liwa | - | - | - | - |
| École du CRPR | - | - | - | - |
| École du Camp de Réfugiés Soudanais | - | - | - | - |
| ENI | - | - | - | - |
| École Maternelle du CTRO | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Mixte | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire St Christophe | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole maternelle | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole St Michelle | - | - | - | - |
| ENI Bambari | - | - | - | - |
| Elevage | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bambari
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Boroum | |||||
| Marché central |
Gas Stations in Bambari
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bambari
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bambari
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bambari
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alindao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bambari Airport | BBY | Small Airport |
| Grimari Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bambari
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Saint Joseph |
Quick Facts
Around Bambari
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Bambari?
Bambari has a population of 83,029 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 262 people per square mile, spread across 316.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bambari?
Bambari has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.8 inches.