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Makoua, Republic of the Congo

Cuvette · Republic of the Congo

Makoua is a small city in Cuvette, Republic of the Congo with a population of 20,550. Elevation: 1,063 ft (324 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,550 Population 6/sq mi density
1,063 ft Elevation 324 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
63.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Brazzaville Timezone

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About Makoua

Makoua

Makoua is a town in the Republic of the Congo, lying on the equator at the southern edge of the rainforest, north of Owando. It is the seat of the Makoua District in the Cuvette Department.

People

Population20,550
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain63.7 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Population20,550
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Coordinates0.0069°, 15.6333°
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville
Country🇨🇬 Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceCuvette
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation63.7 inches (1,617 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makoua

Makoua is a small city in Republic of the Congo (Cuvette) with a population of 20,550. The city sits at an elevation of 1,063 feet (324 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Brazzaville.

Climate in Makoua

Makoua 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 1629 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 89.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 117.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 145.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 175.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 160.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 78.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 199.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 242.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 183.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 125.2
Makoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,063 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above Republic of the Congo avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area3,582.2 sq mi (9,277.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates0.0069°N, 15.6333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.7"
68% above Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.38"

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Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
February 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 2.6 in
September 76°F (25°C) 7.2 in
October 77°F (25°C) 9.5 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 7.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in

Makoua has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.5") and July the driest (1.4").

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Monuments in Makoua

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Equator Monument

Airports Near Makoua

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Owando AirportFTXMedium Airport
Makoua AirportMKJSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Brazzaville
Elevation
324 m (1,063 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 Makoua

What is the population of Makoua?

Makoua has a population of 20,550 residents and is located in Republic of the Congo. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,582.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makoua?

Makoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.7 inches.

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