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Moutsamoudou, Comoros

Anjouan · Comoros

Moutsamoudou is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 26,313. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,313 Population 2,272/sq mi density
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone

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About Moutsamoudou

Moutsamoudou

Mutsamudu is the second-largest city in the Comoros. It is also the capital and largest city on the island of Anjouan as well the former home of former Comorian president Ahmed Abdallah Mohamed Sambi. It now houses a deep water port, an ancient citadel, and narrow streets with many shops and small crafts. The population in 2021 stood at 23,594.

People

Population26,313
Density2,272/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Population26,313
Population Density2,272 / sq mi
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-12.1667°, 44.3994°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Moutsamoudou

Moutsamoudou is a small city in Comoros (Anjouan) with a population of 26,313. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Indian/Comoro.

Climate in Moutsamoudou

Moutsamoudou 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 1788 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 363.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 266.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 372.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 118.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 196.1
Moutsamoudou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Comoros avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (30.0 km²)
Population Density2,272/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1667°N, 44.3994°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below Comoros avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 14.45"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 21, 2020.

May 15, 2018 32 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.9 145 km
May 21, 2000 5 km N of Hoani, Comoros M5.2 80 km
Dec 1, 1993 32 km W of Acoua, Mayotte M5.2 79 km
Jan 13, 2019 12 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 128 km
Sep 21, 2016 46 km WSW of Nioumachoua, Comoros M5.1 124 km
Apr 5, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 129 km
Mar 13, 2019 14 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 126 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km WNW of Mtsamboro, Mayotte M5.0 74 km
Mar 21, 2020 38 km E of Mramani, Comoros M5.0 56 km
May 14, 2019 19 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 137 km
May 25, 2018 33 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 148 km
Apr 23, 1993 68 km SW of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M5.0 128 km
Jan 2, 2020 30 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 147 km
Jun 3, 2018 34 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 150 km
Jan 9, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 132 km
Jun 8, 2018 27 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 146 km
Jan 20, 2019 14 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 132 km
May 3, 2019 16 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.8 134 km
Mar 12, 2014 1 km WNW of Maraharé, Comoros M4.8 13 km
Feb 26, 2019 35 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.8 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 83 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 245 km
2020 Belna Category 3 219 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 119 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 177 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 277 km
2005 Ernest Category 1 251 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 165 km
1995 Josta Category 1 232 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 222 km
1984 Andry Category 4 255 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 142 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karthala (120 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karthala Shield 2,361 m (7,746 ft) 2007 120 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 10.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in
August 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in Driest
October 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in

Moutsamoudou has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 75.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.5") and September the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Moutsamoudou

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire de Missiri
Lycée privé Kibala
Lycée Saïd Mohamed Cheick de Mutsamudu
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Farmers Markets in Moutsamoudou

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal de Hampanga

Hotels in Moutsamoudou

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comptoir de L'Ile
Hôtel de ville
Le Papillote
Mairie de Mutsamudu (Hotel de ville)
Maponge Palace Hotel

Cafes in Moutsamoudou

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chababi snack

Banks in Moutsamoudou

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BIC (BNP Paribas)
Centre Financier Sambi
EXIM

Stadiums & Teams in Moutsamoudou

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Airports Near Moutsamoudou

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam AirportNWAMedium Airport
Ouani AirportAJNMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moutsamoudou

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grande Mosquée de Mutsamudu المسجد الكبير في موتسامودو
Mosquée Lybie
Mosquée Shababi Dine
secours catholique

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Comoro
Area
30.0 km² (11.6 mi²)
Founded
1482

🇰🇲 About Comoros

Capital Moroni
Population 832,322
Area 2,170 km²
GDP (USD) $1,326,836,543
GDP per capita $1,560
HDI 0.603
Life expectancy 66.8 years
Internet users 35.7%
Urban population 33.2%
Currency KMF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French, Comorian
Calling code +269
TLD .km
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moutsamoudou

What is the population of Moutsamoudou?

Moutsamoudou has a population of 26,313 residents and is located in Comoros. The population density is 2,272 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Moutsamoudou?

Moutsamoudou has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.

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