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Bocaranga, Central African Republic

Ouham-Pendé · Central African Republic

Bocaranga is a mid-size city in Ouham-Pendé, Central African Republic with a population of 36,418. Elevation: 3,537 ft (1,078 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

36,418 Population 115/sq mi density
3,537 ft Elevation 1,078 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
54.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bangui Timezone

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About Bocaranga

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

Population36,418
Density115/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Population36,418
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Coordinates6.9853°, 15.6406°
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
Country🇨🇫 Central African Republic
State / ProvinceOuham-Pendé
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation54.7 inches (1,389 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bocaranga

Bocaranga is a mid-size city in Central African Republic (Ouham-Pendé) with a population of 36,418. 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 12.5° / 33.9° 0.1
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 13.9° / 37.2° 1.1
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 17.9° / 38.9° 112.0
Apr 26.1°C / 79°F 19.2° / 35.9° 105.6
May 25.2°C / 77°F 19.3° / 34.2° 149.0
Jun 23.4°C / 74°F 18.1° / 31.3° 220.1
Jul 22.3°C / 72°F 17.7° / 28.9° 270.5
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 27.6° 363.2
Sep 22.1°C / 72°F 17.3° / 27.9° 409.1
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 17.7° / 28° 210.8
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 15.9° / 28.2° 28.2
Dec 22.1°C / 72°F 13.8° / 30.8° 2.5
Bocaranga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above Central African Republic avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Area316.1 sq mi (818.7 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates6.9853°N, 15.6406°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.7"
44% above Central African Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.81"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

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").

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Colleges & Universities in Bocaranga

Institution Type Founded Website
Centre de formation professionnel College

Schools in Bocaranga

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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
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Airports Near Bocaranga

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bocaranga AirportSmall Airport
Bozoum AirportBOZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bocaranga

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BANBAT Mosque
Mssion catholique

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bangui
Elevation
1,072 m (3,517 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 Bocaranga

What is the population of Bocaranga?

Bocaranga has a population of 36,418 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 115 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. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches.

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