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Fougamou, Gabon

Ngouni · Gabon

Fougamou is a small city in Ngouni, Gabon with a population of 8,629. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

8,629 Population 2/sq mi density
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
80.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Libreville Timezone

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About Fougamou

Fougamou is a small town in Ngounié Province in Gabon. It has a population of about 4,100 and is the capital of Tsamba-Magotsi Department. It lies along the west bank of the Ngounié River on the N1 road between Lambaréné and Mouila.

People

Population8,629
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain80.1 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Population8,629
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates-1.2154°, 10.5838°
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville
Country🇬🇦 Gabon
State / ProvinceNgouni
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation80.1 inches (2,034 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fougamou

Fougamou is a small city in Gabon (Ngouni) with a population of 8,629. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Libreville.

Fougamou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 80.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above Gabon avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area4,162.9 sq mi (10,782.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-1.2154°N, 10.5838°W
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.1"
111% above Gabon avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 14.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M0.0 on Jan 9, 2025.

Mar 9, 2021 34 km NW of Fougamou, Gabon M5.3 34 km
Mar 6, 2021 40 km W of Fougamou, Gabon M5.2 41 km
Apr 27, 2021 39 km S of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.7 41 km
Sep 25, 2023 42 km S of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.6 46 km
Jan 10, 2023 30 km S of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.6 45 km
Feb 17, 2021 62 km W of Fougamou, Gabon M4.5 63 km
May 9, 2021 48 km SSW of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.5 59 km
Apr 27, 2021 40 km S of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.5 46 km
Mar 7, 2021 50 km SSW of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.4 57 km
Jan 9, 2025 40 km SSW of Lambaréné, Gabon M4.3 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 7.8 in
February 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in
March 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
June 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
September 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 14.7 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in

Fougamou has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Fougamou

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Publique de Dakar
École Privée de l'Association des Parents d'Elèves de Fougamou (E.P.A.P.E.F)
École Privée EPAPEF
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Farmers Markets in Fougamou

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché

Hotels in Fougamou

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge rond-point
Ngounié Hôtel

Gas Stations in Fougamou

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen

Airports Near Fougamou

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lambarene AirportLBQMedium Airport
Mouilla Ville AirportMJLMedium Airport
Fougamou AirportFOUSmall Airport
Mandji AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Libreville

🇬🇦 About Gabon

Capital Libreville
Population 2,119,275
Area 267,667 km²
GDP (USD) $19,388,372,071
GDP per capita $7,803
HDI 0.733
Life expectancy 68.3 years
Internet users 71.9%
Urban population 91.6%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +241
TLD .ga
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Gabon

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 12 Renovation Day Renovation Day
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 17 Women's Day Women's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 6 Martyr's Day Martyr's Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Aug 17 Independence Day Independence Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Božić

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fougamou

What is the population of Fougamou?

Fougamou has a population of 8,629 residents and is located in Gabon. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,162.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fougamou?

Fougamou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.1 inches.

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