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Neves, Sao Tome and Principe

São Tomé Island · Sao Tome and Principe

Neves is a small city in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 8,391. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,391 Population 190/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
85.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Sao Tome Timezone

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About Neves

Neves

Neves is a town on the north west coast of São Tomé Island in São Tomé and Príncipe. It is the seat of the Lembá District. Its population is 10,068 (2012).

People

Population8,391
Density190/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain85.6 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population8,391
Population Density190 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates0.3567°, 6.5490°
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome
Country🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe
State / ProvinceSão Tomé Island
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation85.6 inches (2,174 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Neves

Neves is a small city in Sao Tome and Principe (São Tomé Island) with a population of 8,391. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Sao_Tome.

Climate in Neves

Neves 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 1283 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 123.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 209.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 275.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 35.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 112.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 147.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 66.1
Neves has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above Sao Tome and Principe avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area44.2 sq mi (114.5 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates0.3567°N, 6.5490°W
TimezoneAfrica/Sao_Tome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.6"
125% above Sao Tome and Principe avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

May 26, 2010 109 km NE of San Antonio de Palé, Equatorial Guinea M4.5 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
February 76°F (24°C) 7.1 in
March 76°F (25°C) 10.1 in Warmest
April 76°F (25°C) 10.9 in
May 76°F (24°C) 9.8 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
September 74°F (24°C) 4.9 in
October 74°F (24°C) 12.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 10.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 8.2 in

Neves has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 85.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.7") and July the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Neves

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coffe Museum
São Sebastião Museum

Libraries in Neves

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca da Trindade0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Cantagalo0.0
Biblioteca Nacional0.0
Biblioteca Paroquial de Santana0.0

Farmers Markets in Neves

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Firma Comercial LL Bem Estar Lda.
Mercado do Cruzeiro
Mercado Bobo Forro
Mercado da Cidade da Trindade
Mercado de Cova Água Santana
Mercado de Cova Água Santana

Restaurants in Neves

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Santola

Gas Stations in Neves

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ST #12851407773

Banks in Neves

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Internacional de São Tomé e Príncipe

Stadiums & Teams in Neves

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Neves

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
São Tomé International AirportTMSLarge Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Sao_Tome

🇸🇹 About Sao Tome and Principe

Capital Sao Tome
Population 197,700
Area 1,001 km²
GDP (USD) $690,456,807
GDP per capita $2,991
HDI 0.637
Life expectancy 69.7 years
Internet users 61.5%
Urban population 68.6%
Currency STN (Dobra)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +239
TLD .st
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Neves

What is the population of Neves?

Neves has a population of 8,391 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe. The population density is 190 people per square mile, spread across 44.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Neves?

Neves has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.6 inches.

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