Buco Zau, Angola
Cabinda · Angola
Buco Zau is a mid-size city in Cabinda, Angola with a population of 32,792. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 77°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 Buco Zau
Buco-Zau is a municipality of Cabinda Province, Angola. The municipality is situated within the Maiombe forest and covers an area of 1,979 square kilometres (764 sq mi). Beginning in the 2000s, logging and oil companies have heavily deforested the area in and around Buco-Zau, leading to conflict with the local populace. Buco-Zau had a population of 32,792 at the time of 2014 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,792 |
| Population Density | 103 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.7667°, 12.5500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
| Country | 🇦🇴 Angola |
| State / Province | Cabinda |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,151 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buco Zau
Buco Zau is a mid-size city in Angola (Cabinda) with a population of 32,792. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.
Climate in Buco Zau
Buco Zau has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Oct (27°C), the coldest is Jul (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1121 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Angola avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 317.4 sq mi (822.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.7667°S, 12.5500°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in |
Buco Zau has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Buco Zau
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport | PNR | Large Airport |
| Ngot Nzoungou Airport | DIS | Medium Airport |
| Tshela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yokangassi Airport | NKY | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Buco Zau
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Buco Zau.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chutes de la Boubissi |
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What is the population of Buco Zau?
Buco Zau has a population of 32,792 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 317.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buco Zau?
Buco Zau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.
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