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Bouar, Central African Republic
Nana-Mambéré · Central African Republic
Bouar is a mid-size city in Nana-Mambéré, Central African Republic with a population of 71,680. Elevation: 3,202 ft (976 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bouar
Bouar is a market town in the western Central African Republic, lying on the main road from Bangui (437 km) to the frontier with Cameroon (210 km). The city is the capital of Nana-Mambéré prefecture, has a population of 40,353, while the whole sous-préfecture has a population of 96,595. Bouar lies on a plateau almost 1000m above sea level and is known as the site of Camp Leclerc, a French military base.
People
Climate
| Population | 71,680 |
| Population Density | 226 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,202 ft (976 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9340°, 15.5960° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
| Country | 🇨🇫 Central African Republic |
| State / Province | Nana-Mambéré |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.0 inches (1,423 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bouar
Bouar is a mid-size city in Central African Republic (Nana-Mambéré) with a population of 71,680. The city sits at an elevation of 3,202 feet (976 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.
Climate in Bouar
Bouar 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 1503 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Central African Republic avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,202 ft (976 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9340°N, 15.5960°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bangui |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 10.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in |
Bouar has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.4") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Bouar
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp de Roux | - | - | - | - |
| Lycee Moderne De Bouar | - | - | - | - |
| École de Maigaro | - | - | - | - |
| École de Bessan | - | - | - | - |
| École Fondamentale 1 de Dikofio | - | - | - | - |
| École F1 Annexe CET Maigaro | - | - | - | - |
| École de Wantiguere | - | - | - | - |
| École de Kella Goffi | - | - | - | - |
| École Leclerc | - | - | - | - |
| École Herman A&B | - | - | - | - |
| Lakoti | - | - | - | - |
| Bea | - | - | - | - |
| École de Kpocte | - | - | - | - |
| École Mixte de Bouabouziki | - | - | - | - |
| École Mixte Haoussa A&B | - | - | - | - |
| École Gogo | - | - | - | - |
| École Catholique Associée | - | - | - | - |
| Saint-Maurice | - | - | - | - |
| Saint-Joseph | - | - | - | - |
| O S Doko-Bodet | - | - | - | - |
| La Vallée | - | - | - | - |
| COTONAF | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bouar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maigaro |
Hotels in Bouar
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bouar
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bouar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bouar Airport | BOP | Small Airport |
| Bozoum Airport | BOZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bouar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bouar Yole Seminary Church | |
| Cathédrale Sainte-Marie Mère de l'Église |
Quick Facts
Around Bouar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇫 About Central African Republic
Frequently Asked Questions About Bouar
What is the population of Bouar?
Bouar has a population of 71,680 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bouar?
Bouar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches.