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Bossembélé, Central African Republic

Ombella-M'Poko · Central African Republic

Bossembélé is a small city in Ombella-M'Poko, Central African Republic with a population of 17,203. Elevation: 2,205 ft (672 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

17,203 Population 2/sq mi density
2,205 ft Elevation 672 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bangui Timezone

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About Bossembélé

Bossembélé is a small town in Yaloke-Bossembele, in the Ombella-M'Poko Prefecture of the Central African Republic, lying 157 miles north west of Bangui on the main road to Cameroon. It is known for its market and its nightlife and is home to a cinema and an airstrip. The Lambi Falls lie near the town.

People

Population17,203
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Population17,203
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Coordinates5.2667°, 17.6500°
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
Country🇨🇫 Central African Republic
State / ProvinceOmbella-M'Poko
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,474 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bossembélé

Bossembélé is a small city in Central African Republic (Ombella-M'Poko) with a population of 17,203. The city sits at an elevation of 2,205 feet (672 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.

Climate in Bossembélé

Bossembélé 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 1680 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 9.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 65.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 121.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 198.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 186.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 243.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 305.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 244.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 225.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.2
Bossembélé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,205 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above Central African Republic avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Area9,137.3 sq mi (23,665.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates5.2667°N, 17.6500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above Central African Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.08"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7.

Jun 9, 2005 40 km N of Boda, Central African Republic M4.7 67 km
Jun 10, 2005 Central African Republic M4.5 69 km
Jun 10, 2005 36 km NNE of Boda, Central African Republic M4.3 75 km
Jun 10, 2005 29 km NNE of Boda, Central African Republic M3.9 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
February 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
August 74°F (23°C) 10.1 in Coldest, Wettest
September 74°F (23°C) 9.4 in
October 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest

Bossembélé has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.1") and December the driest (0.4").

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Churches & Religious Organizations in Bossembélé

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mission Catholique Soeurs de Saint Paul de Chartres

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bangui
Elevation
672 m (2,205 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 Bossembélé

What is the population of Bossembélé?

Bossembélé has a population of 17,203 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 Bossembélé?

Bossembélé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.

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