Bocaranga, Central African Republic
Ouham-Pendé · Central African Republic
Bocaranga is a small city in Ouham-Pendé, Central African Republic with a population of 15,744. Elevation: 3,537 ft (1,078 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bocaranga
Bocaranga is a sub-prefecture in the prefecture of Ouham-Pendé in the Central African Republic. The city must not be confused with Bocaranga I, Bocaranga II, Bocaranga III and Bocaranga IV. These are smaller villages along the road from Bocaranga to Bouar.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,744 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.9853°, 15.6406° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
| Country | 🇨🇫 Central African Republic |
| State / Province | Ouham-Pendé |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.7 inches (1,389 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bocaranga
Bocaranga is a small city in Central African Republic (Ouham-Pendé) with a population of 15,744. The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet (1,078 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.
Climate in Bocaranga
Bocaranga has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.4°C), the coldest is Aug (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1872 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Central African Republic avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Area | 316.1 sq mi (818.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.9853°N, 15.6406°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 9.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 11.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Bocaranga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in August to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bocaranga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de formation professionnel | College | - | , |
Schools in Bocaranga
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Dibono | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Douya | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Garcon | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Gbado | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mbinga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Saint-Paul | - | - | - | - |
| École de Bilsem | - | - | - | - |
| École de Pakale | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Bocaranga | - | - | - | - |
| Privée catholique | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée privé catholique | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bocaranga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocaranga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bozoum Airport | BOZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bocaranga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BANBAT Mosque | |
| Mssion catholique |
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What is the population of Bocaranga?
Bocaranga has a population of 15,744 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 316.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bocaranga?
Bocaranga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches.
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