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Owando, Republic of the Congo

Cuvette · Republic of the Congo

Owando is a mid-size city in Cuvette, Republic of the Congo with a population of 35,698. Elevation: 1,165 ft (355 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

35,698 Population 244/sq mi density
1,165 ft Elevation 355 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
63.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Brazzaville Timezone

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About Owando

Owando is a town and a commune located in the central Republic of the Congo lying on the Kouyou River. It is the capital of Cuvette Department and of Owando District. It is home to a market and has an airport.

People

Population35,698
Density244/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Population35,698
Population Density244 / sq mi
Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Coordinates-0.4819°, 15.8999°
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville
Country🇨🇬 Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceCuvette
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation63.5 inches (1,612 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Owando

Owando is a mid-size city in Republic of the Congo (Cuvette) with a population of 35,698. The city sits at an elevation of 1,165 feet (355 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Brazzaville.

Climate in Owando

Owando has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.4°C), the coldest is Oct (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1735 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.7°C / 78°F 20.4° / 31.7° 112.0
Feb 26.4°C / 79°F 21.2° / 32.8° 89.3
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 20.7° / 32.2° 173.6
Apr 26°C / 79°F 21.6° / 31.8° 157.3
May 26°C / 79°F 21° / 31.9° 154.2
Jun 25.8°C / 78°F 20° / 31.6° 76.7
Jul 25.7°C / 78°F 20° / 32.4° 51.3
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 20.8° / 33.4° 81.7
Sep 25.3°C / 78°F 20.7° / 31.8° 199.1
Oct 25°C / 77°F 20.4° / 30.3° 289.4
Nov 25°C / 77°F 20.7° / 29.8° 201.5
Dec 25.4°C / 78°F 20.5° / 30.8° 148.9
Owando has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,165 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above Republic of the Congo avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area146.0 sq mi (378.2 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates-0.4819°N, 15.8999°W
TimezoneAfrica/Brazzaville

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.98"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 4.1 in
February 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 8.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in

Owando has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (1.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Owando

Institution Type Founded Website
Collège d'Owando College - ,

Farmers Markets in Owando

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché d'Owando

Hotels in Owando

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel de l'Eglise
Sarah

Gas Stations in Owando

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CG #3323403908

Stadiums & Teams in Owando

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Owando

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Owando AirportFTXMedium Airport
Oyo Ollombo AirportOLLMedium Airport
Boundji AirportBOESmall Airport
Makoua AirportMKJSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Owando

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise d'Owando

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Brazzaville
Elevation
355 m (1,165 ft)
Area
378.2 km² (146.0 mi²)
Founded
1903

🇨🇬 About Republic of the Congo

Capital Brazzaville
Population 5,244,363
Area 342,000 km²
GDP (USD) $15,321,055,823
GDP per capita $2,478
HDI 0.649
Life expectancy 65.8 years
Internet users 38.4%
Urban population 63.7%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala
Calling code +242
TLD .cg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Republic of the Congo

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'An
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Dimanche de Pâques
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jun 10 Reconciliation Day Fête de la Réconciliation
Aug 15 National Day Fête Nationale
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 28 Republic Day Jour de la République
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Owando

What is the population of Owando?

Owando has a population of 35,698 residents and is located in Republic of the Congo. The population density is 244 people per square mile, spread across 146.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Owando?

Owando has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches.

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