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Paoua, Central African Republic

Lim-Pendé · Central African Republic

Paoua is a mid-size city in Lim-Pendé, Central African Republic with a population of 47,703. Elevation: 1,972 ft (601 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

47,703 Population 151/sq mi density
1,972 ft Elevation 601 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
50.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bangui Timezone

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About Paoua

Paoua

Paoua is a town located in the Central African Republic prefecture of Lim-Pendé.The town is the birthplace of the former president of the Central African Republic, Ange-Félix Patassé and mathematician, Gaston Nguérékata.

People

Population47,703
Density151/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)
Population47,703
Population Density151 / sq mi
Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)
Coordinates7.2427°, 16.4406°
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
Country🇨🇫 Central African Republic
State / ProvinceLim-Pendé
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation50.0 inches (1,270 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paoua

Paoua is a mid-size city in Central African Republic (Lim-Pendé) with a population of 47,703. The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet (601 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.

Climate in Paoua

Paoua has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.5°C), the coldest is Aug (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1620 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 14° / 35.4° 0.1
Feb 27.3°C / 81°F 15.5° / 39.4° 0.9
Mar 29.5°C / 85°F 19.7° / 40.8° 89.5
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 20.8° / 38.4° 78.6
May 27°C / 81°F 20.8° / 36.5° 124.6
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 19.7° / 34° 176.9
Jul 24°C / 75°F 19.2° / 31.1° 242.5
Aug 23.2°C / 74°F 18.4° / 29.1° 325.0
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 18.6° / 29.1° 377.5
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 19° / 29.6° 176.9
Nov 23.7°C / 75°F 17.1° / 29.9° 25.5
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 15.1° / 32° 1.9
Paoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Central African Republic avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,972 ft (601 m)
Area315.9 sq mi (818.3 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates7.2427°N, 16.4406°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.0"
32% above Central African Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 2.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
June 78°F (25°C) 6.6 in
July 76°F (24°C) 9.3 in
August 76°F (24°C) 11.6 in Coldest, Wettest
September 76°F (25°C) 9.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
November 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Paoua has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Paoua

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole Bedere - - - -
Ecole Betokomia - - - -
Ecole Bozou 3 - - - -
Ecole Gadoulou - - - -
Ecole Mixte 2 Paoua - - - -
Ecole Paoua Elian - - - -
Ecole Poubati - - - -
Ecole Sainte-Thérèse - - - -
Ecole Sous-Préfectorale Mixte - - - -
Ecole de Carrefour Pende - - - -
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Airports Near Paoua

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baïbokoum Airport-Small Airport
Paoua Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bangui
Elevation
609 m (1,998 ft)

🇨🇫 About Central African Republic

Capital Bangui
Population 4,666,377
Area 622,984 km²
GDP (USD) $2,555,492,086
GDP per capita $496
HDI 0.387
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 7.5%
Urban population 43.7%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French, Sango
Calling code +236
TLD .cf
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paoua

What is the population of Paoua?

Paoua has a population of 47,703 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 315.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paoua?

Paoua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.

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