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Chela, Angola

Huambo · Angola

Chela is a small city in Huambo, Angola with a population of 5,811. Elevation: 5,630 ft (1,716 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,811 Population 6/sq mi density
5,630 ft Elevation 1,716 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
55.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Luanda Timezone

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People

Population5,811
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation5,630 ft (1,716 m)
Population5,811
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation5,630 ft (1,716 m)
Coordinates-12.3026°, 15.4336°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceHuambo
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation55.9 inches (1,420 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chela

Chela is a small city in Angola (Huambo) with a population of 5,811. The city sits at an elevation of 5,630 feet (1,716 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.

Chela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,630 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above Angola avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,630 ft (1,716 m)
Area1,041.7 sq mi (2,698.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3026°N, 15.4336°W
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.9"
47% above Angola avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 9.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Nov 19, 2013.

Nov 19, 2013 67 km SW of Uacu Cungo, Angola M4.2 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 7.3 in
February 69°F (20°C) 6.4 in
March 69°F (21°C) 9.6 in Warmest, Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in
May 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
October 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 9.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 9.6 in

Chela has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 62°F in June to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Chela

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albano Machado AirportNOVMedium Airport
Balombo Airport-Small Airport
Huambo Airport-Small Airport
Tchindjenje Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Luanda

🇦🇴 About Angola

Capital Luanda
Population 30,809,762
Area 1,246,700 km²
GDP (USD) $107,167,747,140
GDP per capita $2,916
HDI 0.616
Life expectancy 64.6 years
Internet users 44.8%
Urban population 69.9%
Currency AOA (Kwanza)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +244
TLD .ao
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chela

What is the population of Chela?

Chela has a population of 5,811 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,041.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chela?

Chela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches.

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