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Matala, Angola

Huíla · Angola

Matala is a mid-size city in Huíla, Angola with a population of 78,000. Elevation: 4,062 ft (1,238 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

78,000 Population 20/sq mi density
4,062 ft Elevation 1,238 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Luanda Timezone

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People

Population78,000
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation4,062 ft (1,238 m)
Population78,000
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation4,062 ft (1,238 m)
Coordinates-14.7327°, 15.0348°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceHuíla
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (935 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matala

Matala is a mid-size city in Angola (Huíla) with a population of 78,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,062 feet (1,238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.

Climate in Matala

Matala has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.9°C), the coldest is Jun (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 747 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 15.2° / 35.1° 117.3
Feb 24°C / 75°F 15.3° / 34.6° 103.9
Mar 24.1°C / 75°F 15.1° / 34.4° 280.3
Apr 23.2°C / 74°F 13.8° / 32.2° 96.0
May 21.2°C / 70°F 10.3° / 31.1° 3.4
Jun 18.5°C / 65°F 8.1° / 29.8° 0.1
Jul 18.6°C / 66°F 6.9° / 30.5° 0.1
Aug 21.6°C / 71°F 9.4° / 33.9° 0.1
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 12.3° / 36.7° 5.1
Oct 26.9°C / 80°F 15.4° / 38.5° 22.0
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 16.2° / 36.9° 64.2
Dec 25.1°C / 77°F 15.9° / 36.5° 54.6
Matala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,062 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Angola avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,062 ft (1,238 m)
Area3,892.1 sq mi (10,080.5 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates-14.7327°N, 15.0348°W
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below Angola avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.58"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M5.1 on Jun 5, 2024.

Jun 5, 2024 87 km W of Caconda, Angola M5.1 142 km
Mar 23, 2003 85 km W of Caconda, Angola M4.8 136 km
Jun 18, 2007 36 km W of Caconda, Angola M4.2 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
March 73°F (23°C) 8.6 in Wettest
April 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in Warmest
November 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in

Matala has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Matala

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Secundária 27 de Março - - - -
Escola Primária da 120 - - - -
Escola Secundária nº 915 - Matala - - - -
Complexo Escolar Privado - Igreja Nova Apostólica - "A Verdade Vos libertará" - - - -
Magistério Nº 1104 Ciências Religiosas de Angola - ICRA-Matala - - - -
Escola Primaria da Alsa nº 1327 - - - -
Colégio Privado Kautindi - - - -
Escola do II Ciclo do Ensino Secundário Liceu nº 1068-Matala, Matala - - - -
Magistério Primário da Matala - - - -
Escola do Iº Ciclo - Mukula Pingui - Candjanguite - Matala - - - -
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Libraries in Matala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca da Tia Caindi0.0

Farmers Markets in Matala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Paralelo - Praça Grande
Mercado paralelo Tchalitama

Restaurants in Matala

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JC restaurante
restaurante

Train Stations in Matala

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bember (Km 402)
Laceiras (Km 452)
Maquelo (Km 436)
Matala (Km 424)

Gas Stations in Matala

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AO #705448437
Posto de combustível do Chivinga

Banks in Matala

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco de Poupança e Crédito (BPC)Malata

Airports Near Matala

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matala Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Matala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Igreja Nova Apostólica - Matala- Huíla

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Luanda

Around Matala

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 9
Hospitals 5
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 1
Banks 1
Libraries 1

🇦🇴 About Angola

Capital Luanda
Population 30,809,762
Area 1,246,700 km²
GDP (USD) $107,167,747,140
GDP per capita $2,916
HDI 0.616
Life expectancy 64.6 years
Internet users 44.8%
Urban population 69.9%
Currency AOA (Kwanza)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +244
TLD .ao
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Matala

What is the population of Matala?

Matala has a population of 78,000 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 3,892.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matala?

Matala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.

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