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Moya, Comoros

Anjouan · Comoros

Moya is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 7,529. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,529 Population 431/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone

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About Moya

Moya

Moya is a town located on the island of Anjouan in the Comoros.

People

Population7,529
Density431/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population7,529
Population Density431 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates-12.3097°, 44.4369°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (611 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Moya

Moya is a small city in Comoros (Anjouan) with a population of 7,529. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 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 24.0 inches. The timezone is Indian/Comoro.

Climate in Moya

Moya 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
Moya 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 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

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area17.5 sq mi (45.2 km²)
Population Density431/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3097°N, 44.4369°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.0"
37% below Comoros avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 14.45"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

169 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9.

May 15, 2018 32 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.9 135 km
May 21, 2018 41 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.5 145 km
May 20, 2018 42 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.4 144 km
May 21, 2000 5 km N of Hoani, Comoros M5.2 85 km
May 25, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.2 141 km
Dec 1, 1993 32 km W of Acoua, Mayotte M5.2 63 km
May 22, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 141 km
Jun 27, 2018 46 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 150 km
May 14, 2018 36 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 140 km
Apr 5, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 118 km
Sep 21, 2016 46 km WSW of Nioumachoua, Comoros M5.1 124 km
Mar 13, 2019 14 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 115 km
Jan 13, 2019 12 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 117 km
Mar 21, 2020 38 km E of Mramani, Comoros M5.0 49 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km WNW of Mtsamboro, Mayotte M5.0 61 km
Jun 3, 2018 34 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 139 km
Apr 23, 1993 68 km SW of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M5.0 112 km
May 30, 2018 35 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 141 km
May 14, 2019 19 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 125 km
Jan 2, 2020 30 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 67 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 233 km
2020 Belna Category 3 214 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 135 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 164 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 261 km
2008 Fame Category 1 288 km
2005 Ernest Category 1 238 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 165 km
1995 Josta Category 1 219 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 205 km
1984 Andry Category 4 245 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 126 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karthala (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karthala Shield 2,361 m (7,746 ft) 2007 131 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

Moya 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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Farmers Markets in Moya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal de Hampanga

Hotels in Moya

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Sultan

Stadiums & Teams in Moya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Moya

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam AirportNWAMedium Airport
Ouani AirportAJNMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Comoro

🇰🇲 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 Moya

What is the population of Moya?

Moya has a population of 7,529 residents and is located in Comoros. The population density is 431 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Moya?

Moya 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 24.0 inches.

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