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Bobangui, Central African Republic

Lobaye · Central African Republic

Bobangui is a small city in Lobaye, Central African Republic with a population of 16,486. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

16,486 Population 2/sq mi density
1,220 ft Elevation 372 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
61.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bangui Timezone

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About Bobangui

Bobangui is a large M'Baka village in Lobaye, Central African Republic, located at the edge of the equatorial forest some 80 kilometres (50 mi) southwest of the capital, Bangui. The first Prime Minister of the Central African Republic, Barthélemy Boganda, the first President of the Central African Republic, David Dacko, and the emperor of the Central African Empire, Jean-Bédel Bokassa, were from Bobangui.

People

Population16,486
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Population16,486
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates4.0500°, 18.1167°
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
Country🇨🇫 Central African Republic
State / ProvinceLobaye
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation61.8 inches (1,569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bobangui

Bobangui is a small city in Central African Republic (Lobaye) with a population of 16,486. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet (372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.

Climate in Bobangui

Bobangui has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (27°C), the coldest is Sep (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1983 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.3°C / 77°F 16.5° / 33.4° 19.2
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 17.4° / 35.9° 28.7
Mar 27°C / 81°F 21.1° / 35.6° 101.9
Apr 26.7°C / 80°F 21.9° / 34.6° 124.9
May 26.1°C / 79°F 21.1° / 32.9° 178.6
Jun 25.3°C / 77°F 20.7° / 31.2° 133.2
Jul 24.6°C / 76°F 20.1° / 30.2° 251.6
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 20.2° / 29.5° 277.6
Sep 24.5°C / 76°F 20.4° / 29.7° 211.7
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 20.8° / 29.4° 290.1
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 19.7° / 30° 289.3
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 17.4° / 31.2° 76.8
Bobangui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Central African Republic avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Area9,137.3 sq mi (23,665.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates4.0500°N, 18.1167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.8"
63% above Central African Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 10, 2005.

Jun 9, 2005 40 km N of Boda, Central African Republic M4.7 98 km
Jun 10, 2005 Central African Republic M4.5 86 km
Jun 10, 2005 36 km NNE of Boda, Central African Republic M4.3 80 km
Jun 10, 2005 29 km NNE of Boda, Central African Republic M3.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in
May 78°F (25°C) 6.6 in
June 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 7.5 in
August 76°F (24°C) 9.1 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Bobangui has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in December to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (1.0").

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Airports Near Bobangui

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bangui M'Poko International AirportBGFLarge Airport
Boda AirportSmall Airport
Libenge AirportLIESmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bangui
Elevation
422 m (1,385 ft)

🇨🇫 About Central African Republic

Capital Bangui
Population 4,666,377
Area 622,984 km²
GDP (USD) $2,555,492,086
GDP per capita $496
HDI 0.387
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 7.5%
Urban population 43.7%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French, Sango
Calling code +236
TLD .cf
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bobangui

What is the population of Bobangui?

Bobangui has a population of 16,486 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 9,137.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bobangui?

Bobangui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.8 inches.

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