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Okalongo, Namibia
Omusati Region · Namibia
Okalongo is a small town in Omusati Region, Namibia with a population of 1,320. Elevation: 3,619 ft (1,103 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Okalongo
Okalongo is a settlement in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia, situated 35 kilometres (22 mi) from Outapi. It is the district capital of the Okalongo Constituency.
Okalongo is a constituency in Omusati region and the capital is Onandjaba, it is under the administration of Onandjaba village council and Ombadja traditional authorities,all seating in Onandjaba.
Okalongo and the surrounding area is inhabited by the Ovambadja tribe of the Ovambo people of which man made borders cut/divvied them in half into southern Angola, and northern Namibia during the scramble of Africa in the early 18th century and early 19th centuries. It is situated in the north of Namibia in the area known as Ovamboland. Okalongo is one of the places that suffered a lot during the colonial era. In 1983 the South African forces established the military base in Okalongo in Onandjaba village.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,320 |
| Population Density | 489 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,619 ft (1,103 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.4401°, 15.3323° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Omusati Region |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.2 inches (487 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okalongo
Okalongo is a small town in Namibia (Omusati Region) with a population of 1,320. The city sits at an elevation of 3,619 feet (1,103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,619 ft (1,103 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.4401°N, 15.3323°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in |
Okalongo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Okalongo
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshaaluwata Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Omutundungu Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Onkambadhala Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Gabriel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oshatotwa Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Uushwa Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Elao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Orange Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Eengwena Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sheetekela Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Ondeipanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thomas Tuutaleni Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Ekundu Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Samuel Shilongo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ouvale Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Pendukeni Iimvula Ithana Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| John Shekudja Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Oneheke Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Haudano Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Leinge Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukas Dama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Okalongo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Okalongo
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okalongo
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Okalongo
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ngjiva Pereira Airport | VPE | Medium Airport |
| Ondangwa Airport | OND | Medium Airport |
| Xangongo Airport | XGN | Medium Airport |
| Okahao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oshakati Airport | OHI | Small Airport |
| Outapi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okalongo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELCIN | |
| Roman Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Okalongo?
Okalongo has a population of 1,320 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 489 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okalongo?
Okalongo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches.