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Gamboma, Republic of the Congo

Plateaux · Republic of the Congo

Gamboma is a small city in Plateaux, Republic of the Congo with a population of 26,718. Elevation: 1,168 ft (356 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

26,718 Population 6/sq mi density
1,168 ft Elevation 356 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
67.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Brazzaville Timezone

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About Gamboma

Gamboma is the largest city and the capital of Nkéni-Alima Department in the Republic of the Congo. It is served by Gamboma Airport.

People

Population26,718
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain67.7 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Population26,718
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Coordinates-1.8764°, 15.8644°
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville
Country🇨🇬 Republic of the Congo
State / ProvincePlateaux
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation67.7 inches (1,720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gamboma

Gamboma is a small city in Republic of the Congo (Plateaux) with a population of 26,718. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet (356 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Brazzaville.

Climate in Gamboma

Gamboma 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 1862 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 142.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 202.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 151.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 169.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 149.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 65.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 42.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 161.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 223.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 248.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 251.2
Gamboma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Republic of the Congo avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Area4,707.2 sq mi (12,191.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-1.8764°N, 15.8644°W
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.7"
78% above Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.31"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in Warmest
April 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
June 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 10.3 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 8.1 in
December 78°F (25°C) 6.5 in

Gamboma has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.3") and July the driest (0.8").

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Gas Stations in Gamboma

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CG #1291291175

Airports Near Gamboma

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oyo Ollombo AirportOLLMedium Airport
Bolobo AirportSmall Airport
Gamboma AirportGMMSmall Airport
Malebo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Brazzaville
Elevation
366 m (1,201 ft)

🇨🇬 About Republic of the Congo

Capital Brazzaville
Population 5,244,363
Area 342,000 km²
GDP (USD) $15,321,055,823
GDP per capita $2,478
HDI 0.649
Life expectancy 65.8 years
Internet users 38.4%
Urban population 63.7%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala
Calling code +242
TLD .cg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Republic of the Congo

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'An
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Dimanche de Pâques
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jun 10 Reconciliation Day Fête de la Réconciliation
Aug 15 National Day Fête Nationale
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 28 Republic Day Jour de la République
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gamboma

What is the population of Gamboma?

Gamboma has a population of 26,718 residents and is located in Republic of the Congo. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 4,707.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gamboma?

Gamboma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.7 inches.

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