Ekongo, Namibia
Ohangwena Region · Namibia
Ekongo is a small town in Ohangwena Region, Namibia with a population of 2,650. Elevation: 3,780 ft (1,152 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°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 Ekongo
Okongo is a village in the Ohangwena Region of northern Namibia. It had a population of 3,564 people in 2023. It is the district capital of Okongo Constituency.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,650 |
| Population Density | 456 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,780 ft (1,152 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.5667°, 17.2167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Ohangwena Region |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.2 inches (588 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ekongo
Ekongo is a small town in Namibia (Ohangwena Region) with a population of 2,650. The city sits at an elevation of 3,780 feet (1,152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.2°F |
| 34% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,780 ft (1,152 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 456/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5667°S, 17.2167°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in |
Ekongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 62°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ekongo
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshela Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Elia Weyulu Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Okongo Private School | - | - | - | - |
| Kongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ondema Combined School | - | - | - | - |
| Oluhapa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oshisho Combined School | - | - | - | - |
Gas Stations in Ekongo
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ekongo
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ekongo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ekongo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Okongo Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Namibia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ekongo
What is the population of Ekongo?
Ekongo has a population of 2,650 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 456 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ekongo?
Ekongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.
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