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Benguela is a major city in Benguela, Angola with a population of 555,124. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Benguela
Benguela is a city in western Angola, capital of Benguela Province. Benguela is one of Angola's most populous cities with a population of 555,124 in the city and 561,775 in the municipality, at the 2014 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 555,124 |
| Population Density | 685 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.5767°, 13.4027° |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
| Country | 🇦🇴 Angola |
| State / Province | Benguela |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.4 inches (568 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Benguela
Benguela is a major city in Angola (Benguela) with a population of 555,124. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.
Climate in Benguela
Benguela 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 231 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above Angola avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 810.8 sq mi (2,100.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 685/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.5767°N, 13.4027°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.5 in |
Benguela has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Benguela
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angola Catholic University (UCA) | University | — | — |
| Benguela Higher Polytechnic Institute (ISPB) | University | — | — |
| Colégio Benguela | University | — | — |
| Colégio de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | College | — | — |
| Comandante Valódia | College | — | — |
| Faculdade de Economia | University | — | — |
| Instituto Médio Industrial de Benguela | University | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional Médio (INM) | College | — | — |
| Instituto Superior Politécnico Jean Piaget de Benguela | University | — | Visit → |
| Instituto Superior Politécnico Maravilha | University | — | — |
| ISPOCAB Navegantes | College | — | Visit → |
| Universidade Lusíadas | University | — | — |
Schools in Benguela
48 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Primária BG 1050 | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu Comandante Kassanji | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Condução Organizações Gervásio | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Superior de Ciências da Educação (ISCED) | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Bankazi | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária do Bairro Ekuikui | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Privado Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Escola do 1º Ciclo Luis Gomes Sambo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Administração Militar | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Angolano | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Dom Bosco n 1045 | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar dos Navegantes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Amílcar Cabral Nº31 | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária Nº 1109 | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar do Ensino Especial | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária de 15 Agosto | — | — | — | — |
| Escola da Paróquia de Santo Estevão | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária BG 1327 Deolinda Rodrigues | — | — | — | — |
| Escola do ensino secundário (Puniv) | — | — | — | — |
| Escola 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária da Bela Vista | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária da Taca | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Privado Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Salas Anexas do Complexo Escolar Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Dom Bosco n 1045 | — | — | — | — |
| Nancys English School | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Amílcar Cabral Nº31 | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu Comandante Kassanji | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Condução Organizações Gervásio | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Superior de Ciências da Educação (ISCED) | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Bankazi | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária do Bairro Ekuikui | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Privado Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Escola do 1º Ciclo Luis Gomes Sambo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Administração Militar | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Angolano | — | — | — | — |
| Universidade Lusíadas | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar dos Navegantes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária BG 1050 | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária Nº 1109 | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar do Ensino Especial | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária de 15 Agosto | — | — | — | — |
| Escola da Paróquia de Santo Estevão | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária da Bela Vista | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Escolar Privado Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Salas Anexas do Complexo Escolar Passuka | — | — | — | — |
| Universidade Lusíadas | — | — | — | — |
| Nancys English School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Benguela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Dos Caminhos de Ferro | ||||
| Museu Nacional de Arqueologia | ||||
| Museu Nacional de Arqueologia |
Libraries in Benguela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediateca de Benguela | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Benguela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Herois de Moncada | |||||
| Praça do 4 de Abril |
Hotels in Benguela
17 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Benguela
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Benguela
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Benguela
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Benguela
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Benguela
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Benguela
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Benguela
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Benguela
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Benguela
23 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Benguela
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Benguela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estádio Primeiro de Maio | ||
| Ombaka National Stadium |
Airports Near Benguela
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benguela Airport | BUG | Medium Airport |
| Catumbela Airport | CBT | Medium Airport |
| Caimbambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dombe Grande Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lobito Airport | LLT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benguela
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.D.P- Ministério Monte Sinai | |
| A.D.P- Ministério Monte Sinai | |
| Assembleia de Deus Pentecostal - Monte Sinai | |
| Assembleia de Deus Pentecostal - Monte Sinai | |
| Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Graça | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Pópulo | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Pópulo | |
| Igreja Evangélica dos Irmãos Em Angola | |
| Igreja Evangélica dos Irmãos Em Angola | |
| Igreja Josafat | |
| Igreja Universal | |
| João é o Seu Nome | |
| João é o Seu Nome | |
| Our Lady Fátima Cathedral | |
| Our Lady Fátima Cathedral |
Quick Facts
Around Benguela
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Benguela
2 places within 15 km
- • Praia Morena
- • Praia Santo Antônio
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What is the population of Benguela?
Benguela has a population of 555,124 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 685 people per square mile, spread across 810.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Benguela?
Benguela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches.