Bu Craa, Western Sahara
Western Sahara
Bu Craa is a small town in Western Sahara with a population of 1,171. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 Bu Craa
Bou Craa is a town in Moroccan-occupied Western Sahara, southeast of the main city of El Aaiún. It is inhabited almost exclusively by employees of phosphate company Phosboucraa, a subsidiary of Morocco's OCP Group.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,171 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.3539°, -12.7839° |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
| Country | 🇪🇭 Western Sahara |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.0 inches (26 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bu Craa
Bu Craa is a small town in Western Sahara with a population of 1,171. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/El_Aaiun.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Western Sahara avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 33.0 sq mi (85.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.3539°N, 12.7839°W |
| Timezone | Africa/El_Aaiun |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Wettest |
Bu Craa has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 61°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.3") and May the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Bu Craa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boukraa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bu Craa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد أبو كراع |
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Meteorites Near Bu Craa
14 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Bu Craa.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bou Kra 002 | 2010 | |
| Bou Kra 003 | 2010 | |
| Bou Kra 004 | 2010 | |
| Bou Kra 005 | 2010 | |
| Bou Kra | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 455 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 456 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 458 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 461 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 462 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 463 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 465 | 2001 | |
| Northwest Africa 773 | 2000 | |
| Itqiy | 1990 |
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What is the population of Bu Craa?
Bu Craa has a population of 1,171 residents and is located in Western Sahara. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 33.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bu Craa?
Bu Craa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 1.0 inches.
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