Bossangoa, Central African Republic
Ouham · Central African Republic
Bossangoa is a mid-size city in Ouham, Central African Republic with a population of 37,780. Elevation: 1,496 ft (456 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°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 Bossangoa
Bossangoa is the capital of Ouham, one of the 14 prefectures of the Central African Republic. The town has a population of 36,478. It is located 303 km (189 mi) north of the country's capital, Bangui. The Ouham River passes through Bossangoa and on through a number of waterfalls east of the city before turning north to join the Chari River in Chad.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,780 |
| Population Density | 119 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,496 ft (456 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4926°, 17.4552° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
| Country | 🇨🇫 Central African Republic |
| State / Province | Ouham |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bossangoa
Bossangoa is a mid-size city in Central African Republic (Ouham) with a population of 37,780. The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet (456 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.
Climate in Bossangoa
Bossangoa 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 1493 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Central African Republic avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,496 ft (456 m) |
| Area | 316.4 sq mi (819.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4926°N, 17.4552°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
Bossangoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in December to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bossangoa
21 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole de Bongam | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Bogboto | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Bongbotto | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Vallée | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Préfectorale Mixte A | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Liberté | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Michel Parbel | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Préfectorale Mixte A | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Préfectorale Mixte A & B | - | - | - | - |
| Licée Moderne | - | - | - | - |
| Jardin d'Enfants | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte Carrière | - | - | - | - |
| École Saint-Antoine de Padoue | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Préfectorale Mixte B | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Privée Catholique ECAC | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Nicolas Bare | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Gozengue | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Boro | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Bomissi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte de Bofango | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Mixte Pont-Ouham | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bossangoa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bossangoa Airport | BSN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bossangoa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue | |
| Church of Christ |
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What is the population of Bossangoa?
Bossangoa has a population of 37,780 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 316.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bossangoa?
Bossangoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.
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