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Makokou, Gabon

Ogooué-Ivindo · Gabon

Makokou is a small city in Ogooué-Ivindo, Gabon with a population of 24,823. Elevation: 1,604 ft (489 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

24,823 Population 78/sq mi density
1,604 ft Elevation 489 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Libreville Timezone

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About Makokou

Makokou is the regional capital of the Ogooué-Ivindo Province of Gabon.

People

Population24,823
Density78/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain64.9 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Population24,823
Population Density78 / sq mi
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Coordinates0.5738°, 12.8642°
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville
Country🇬🇦 Gabon
State / ProvinceOgooué-Ivindo
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation64.9 inches (1,649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makokou

Makokou is a small city in Gabon (Ogooué-Ivindo) with a population of 24,823. The city sits at an elevation of 1,604 feet (489 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Libreville.

Climate in Makokou

Makokou 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 1637 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 212.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 219.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 174.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 126.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 239.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 269.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 110.3
Makokou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,604 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above Gabon avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Area318.5 sq mi (824.8 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates0.5738°N, 12.8642°W
TimezoneAfrica/Libreville

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.9"
71% above Gabon avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.71"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in
February 76°F (25°C) 3.9 in
March 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in
April 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in Warmest
May 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 11.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 8.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in

Makokou has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in July to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and July the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Makokou

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée Alexandre Samba
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Hotels in Makokou

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Belinga Palace
Hôtel VIP
Motel des voyageurs
Wamy Hotel

Bus Stations in Makokou

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Makokou central bus station

Gas Stations in Makokou

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENGEN
GA #8077639102

Airports Near Makokou

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makokou AirportMKUMedium Airport
Tsengué Leledi AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Makokou

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Moapa Beotsa
Notre-Dame-des-Victoires de Makokou

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Libreville
Elevation
308 m (1,011 ft)

🇬🇦 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 Makokou

What is the population of Makokou?

Makokou has a population of 24,823 residents and is located in Gabon. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makokou?

Makokou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.9 inches.

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