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Gabela, Angola
Kwanza Sul · Angola
Gabela is a large city in Kwanza Sul, Angola with a population of 116,903. Elevation: 3,428 ft (1,045 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gabela
Gabela is a town, with a population of 116,903 (2014), and a commune, named Gabela Sede, in the municipality of Amboim, province of Cuanza Sul, Angola and the seat of that municipality. The area of the commune comprises 459 km2 with a population of 184,723. It was founded as N'Guebela on September 28, 1907.
People
Climate
| Population | 116,903 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,428 ft (1,045 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.8515°, 14.3799° |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
| Country | 🇦🇴 Angola |
| State / Province | Kwanza Sul |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.3 inches (972 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gabela
Gabela is a large city in Angola (Kwanza Sul) with a population of 116,903. The city sits at an elevation of 3,428 feet (1,045 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.
Climate in Gabela
Gabela has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above Angola avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,428 ft (1,045 m) |
| Area | 3,976.9 sq mi (10,300.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.8515°N, 14.3799°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Luanda |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in |
Gabela has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 64°F in July to 72°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gabela
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola José Marti (ex Sindicato) | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Cima | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Gabela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado dos 27 | |||||
| Praça de Baixo |
Restaurants in Gabela
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gabela
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gabela
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gabela
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gabela
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gabela
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gabela
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Porto Amboim Airport | PBN | Medium Airport |
| Sumbe Airport | NDD | Medium Airport |
| Waco Kungo Airport | CEO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gabela
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja de Santa Isabel |
Quick Facts
Around Gabela
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gabela
What is the population of Gabela?
Gabela has a population of 116,903 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 3,976.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gabela?
Gabela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches.