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Chandra, Comoros

Anjouan · Comoros

Chandra is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 5,645. Elevation: 1,539 ft (469 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,645 Population 510/sq mi density
1,539 ft Elevation 469 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone

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About Chandra

Chandra is a village on the island of Anjouan in the Comoros. According to the 1991 census, the village had a population of 3,511. The current estimate for 2009 is 6,179 people.

People

Population5,645
Density510/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Population5,645
Population Density510 / sq mi
Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Coordinates-12.1950°, 44.4647°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chandra

Chandra is a small city in Comoros (Anjouan) with a population of 5,645. The city sits at an elevation of 1,539 feet (469 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Indian/Comoro.

Climate in Chandra

Chandra 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 1788 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 363.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 266.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 372.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 118.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 196.1
Chandra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,539 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Comoros avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density510/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1950°N, 44.4647°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below Comoros avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 14.45"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 3, 2021.

May 15, 2018 32 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.9 137 km
May 21, 2018 41 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.5 148 km
May 20, 2018 42 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.4 147 km
May 21, 2000 5 km N of Hoani, Comoros M5.2 87 km
Dec 1, 1993 32 km W of Acoua, Mayotte M5.2 73 km
May 25, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.2 145 km
Jan 13, 2019 12 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 121 km
Sep 21, 2016 46 km WSW of Nioumachoua, Comoros M5.1 130 km
May 22, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 145 km
Apr 5, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 121 km
May 14, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 143 km
Mar 13, 2019 14 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 119 km
Jun 3, 2018 34 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 142 km
May 14, 2019 19 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 129 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km WNW of Mtsamboro, Mayotte M5.0 66 km
Mar 21, 2020 38 km E of Mramani, Comoros M5.0 48 km
Apr 23, 1993 68 km SW of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M5.0 124 km
May 30, 2018 35 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 145 km
May 25, 2018 33 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 141 km
Jan 2, 2020 30 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 77 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 238 km
2020 Belna Category 3 212 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 122 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 177 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 272 km
2005 Ernest Category 1 251 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 172 km
1995 Josta Category 1 232 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 217 km
1984 Andry Category 4 247 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 136 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karthala (128 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karthala Shield 2,361 m (7,746 ft) 2007 128 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 10.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in
August 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in Driest
October 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in

Chandra has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 75.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.5") and September the driest (1.9").

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Farmers Markets in Chandra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal de Hampanga

Stadiums & Teams in Chandra

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Airports Near Chandra

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam AirportNWAMedium Airport
Ouani AirportAJNMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Comoro

🇰🇲 About Comoros

Capital Moroni
Population 832,322
Area 2,170 km²
GDP (USD) $1,326,836,543
GDP per capita $1,560
HDI 0.603
Life expectancy 66.8 years
Internet users 35.7%
Urban population 33.2%
Currency KMF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French, Comorian
Calling code +269
TLD .km
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chandra

What is the population of Chandra?

Chandra has a population of 5,645 residents and is located in Comoros. The population density is 510 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chandra?

Chandra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.

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