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Barakani, Comoros

Anjouan · Comoros

Barakani is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 6,089. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,089 Population 486/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone

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About Barakani

Barakani is a small town on the island of Anjouan in the Comoros. According to the 1991 census the town had a population of 3,787. The current estimate for 2009 is 6,665 people.

People

Population6,089
Density486/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population6,089
Population Density486 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates-12.1386°, 44.4303°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barakani

Barakani is a small city in Comoros (Anjouan) with a population of 6,089. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Indian/Comoro.

Climate in Barakani

Barakani 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 1788 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 363.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 266.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 372.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 118.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 196.1
Barakani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Comoros avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.5 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1386°N, 44.4303°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below Comoros avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 14.29"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 3, 2021.

May 15, 2018 32 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.9 144 km
May 21, 2000 5 km N of Hoani, Comoros M5.2 83 km
Dec 1, 1993 32 km W of Acoua, Mayotte M5.2 80 km
Mar 13, 2019 14 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 125 km
Sep 21, 2016 46 km WSW of Nioumachoua, Comoros M5.1 128 km
May 14, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 150 km
Jan 13, 2019 12 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 127 km
Apr 5, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 127 km
Mar 21, 2020 38 km E of Mramani, Comoros M5.0 54 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km WNW of Mtsamboro, Mayotte M5.0 74 km
Jan 2, 2020 30 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 146 km
Jun 3, 2018 34 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 149 km
May 25, 2018 33 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 147 km
Apr 23, 1993 68 km SW of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M5.0 131 km
May 14, 2019 19 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 136 km
Jun 8, 2018 27 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 145 km
Jan 9, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 131 km
Jan 9, 2019 32 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 150 km
Jan 20, 2019 14 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 131 km
Mar 12, 2014 1 km WNW of Maraharé, Comoros M4.8 17 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 84 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 244 km
2020 Belna Category 3 216 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 116 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 181 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 279 km
2005 Ernest Category 1 255 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 169 km
1995 Josta Category 1 236 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 224 km
1984 Andry Category 4 254 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 143 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karthala (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karthala Shield 2,361 m (7,746 ft) 2007 122 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 11.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 9.5 in
April 77°F (25°C) 6.4 in
May 76°F (25°C) 3.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in
August 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
November 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in

Barakani has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 68.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.3") and August the driest (1.6").

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Farmers Markets in Barakani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal de Hampanga

Restaurants in Barakani

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bazzoka
Bazzoka
Bazzoka

Stadiums & Teams in Barakani

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Barakani

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam AirportNWAMedium Airport
Ouani AirportAJNMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Comoro

🇰🇲 About Comoros

Capital Moroni
Population 832,322
Area 2,170 km²
GDP (USD) $1,326,836,543
GDP per capita $1,560
HDI 0.603
Life expectancy 66.8 years
Internet users 35.7%
Urban population 33.2%
Currency KMF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French, Comorian
Calling code +269
TLD .km
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barakani

What is the population of Barakani?

Barakani has a population of 6,089 residents and is located in Comoros. The population density is 486 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barakani?

Barakani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.

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