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Cuíto, Angola

Bíe · Angola

Cuíto is a large city in Bíe, Angola with a population of 355,423. Elevation: 5,627 ft (1,715 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

355,423 Population 191/sq mi density
5,627 ft Elevation 1,715 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Luanda Timezone

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People

Population355,423
Density191/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)
Population355,423
Population Density191 / sq mi
Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)
Coordinates-12.3833°, 16.9333°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceBíe
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cuíto

Cuíto is a large city in Angola (Bíe) with a population of 355,423. The city sits at an elevation of 5,627 feet (1,715 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.

Climate in Cuíto

Cuíto 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 1329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 204.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 188.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 192.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 117.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 5.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 26.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 98.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 207.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 286.0
Cuíto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,627 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above Angola avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)
Area1,858.7 sq mi (4,814.0 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3833°N, 16.9333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above Angola avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.04"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 31, 2023.

Aug 31, 2023 Angola M4.3 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 8.6 in
February 67°F (20°C) 7.5 in
March 67°F (20°C) 8.4 in
April 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
June 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest
October 69°F (21°C) 3.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 7.5 in
December 67°F (20°C) 10.0 in Wettest

Cuíto has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in June to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Cuíto

Institution Type Founded Website
AGP College - ,
AGP College - ,
Colegio Estrelinha College - ,
Escola Superior Pedagógica do Bié University - Visit →
Instituto Superior Politécnico do Bié University - Visit →
Universidade Internacional do Cuanza University - Visit →

Schools in Cuíto

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
IPAG - - - -
Complexo Escolar nº 319 Rev. João Sepele Castro - - - -
Colégio Mualaca - - - -
Instituto Politecnico de Administração e Gestãi do Cuito - - - -
Escola Nº 314 - - - -
IPAG - - - -
Complexo Escolar nº 319 Rev. João Sepele Castro - - - -
Colégio Mualaca - - - -
Instituto Politecnico de Administração e Gestãi do Cuito - - - -
Escola Nº 314 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cuíto

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Cuíto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mediateca do Bié0.0

Farmers Markets in Cuíto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Katala

Hotels in Cuíto

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Residencial Solar do Kuito

Cafes in Cuíto

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

70 House

Monuments in Cuíto

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Largo da independência

Clinics in Cuíto

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clínica Raiar da Vida

Train Stations in Cuíto

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cuíto

Gas Stations in Cuíto

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AO #5643379323
Sonangol
TotalEnergies P.A. OLWI

Banks in Cuíto

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BFA

Stadiums & Teams in Cuíto

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cuíto

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kuito AirportSVPMedium Airport
Camacupa Airport-Small Airport
Chinhama Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cuíto

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Estação dos Correios

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cuíto

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catedral da Paz
Catedral da Paz
IECA
IECA
Igreja Fonte da Salvação
Igreja Fonte da Salvação

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Luanda

Around Cuíto

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 1
Cafes 1
Parks 4

🇦🇴 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 Cuíto

What is the population of Cuíto?

Cuíto has a population of 355,423 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 1,858.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cuíto?

Cuíto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.

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