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Port-Gentil, Gabon
Ogooué-Maritime · Gabon
Port-Gentil is a large city in Ogooué-Maritime, Gabon with a population of 164,018. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Port-Gentil
Port-Gentil or Mandji is the second-largest city of Gabon, and a leading seaport. It is the center of Gabon's petroleum and timber industries. The city is located on a delta island in the Ogooue delta. Nearby Cape Lopez is Gabon's westernmost point. As of 2013 census, it had a population of 136,462.
People
Climate
| Population | 164,018 |
| Population Density | 515 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7193°, 8.7815° |
| Timezone | Africa/Libreville |
| Country | 🇬🇦 Gabon |
| State / Province | Ogooué-Maritime |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.6 inches (1,971 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port-Gentil
Port-Gentil is a large city in Gabon (Ogooué-Maritime) with a population of 164,018. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Libreville.
Climate in Port-Gentil
Port-Gentil 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 1912 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Gabon avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 318.5 sq mi (824.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 515/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7193°N, 8.7815°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Libreville |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in |
Port-Gentil has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 77.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Port-Gentil
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complexe Scolaire L'Équateur | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Public | — | — | — | — |
| EP Matanda | — | — | — | — |
| CES Public du Parc | — | — | — | — |
| École Henri-Clément | — | — | — | — |
| Daycare center | — | — | — | — |
| CES Bac Aviation | — | — | — | — |
| Asset Technical Supports | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire La Sentinelle | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Roger | — | — | — | — |
| Balise | — | — | — | — |
| École Abbé Yoya | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint Paul De Bois | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Français Victor Hugo | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Technique Jean Fidèle Otando | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire sh | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire Michel Emmanuel | — | — | — | — |
| École Communale Publique de grand Village | — | — | — | — |
| École Privée Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| École Mixte | — | — | — | — |
| Collège et Lycée Rapinda Walker | — | — | — | — |
| École Publique Urbaine 1 | — | — | — | — |
| École du Littoral | — | — | — | — |
| Littoral Private Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| École Léopold-Sédar-Senghor | — | — | — | — |
| École Mixte | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Port-Gentil
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Port-Gentil
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Dom Bosco | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Port-Gentil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Cibi | |||||
| Marché de la Balise | |||||
| Marché du Grang Village |
Hotels in Port-Gentil
18 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port-Gentil
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Port-Gentil
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Port-Gentil
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Port-Gentil
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port-Gentil
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Port-Gentil
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Port-Gentil
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Port-Gentil
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Port-Gentil
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Gentil International Airport | POG | Large Airport |
| Alowe Airport | AWE | Small Airport |
| Batanga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Port-Gentil
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gabon Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port-Gentil
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblée de Dieu du Gabon (Balise) | |
| Église Évangélique du Gabon | |
| Église sainte Thérèse | |
| Église Sainte-Barbe | |
| Josué Tabernacle | |
| Paroisse Saint-Louis de Port-Gentil | |
| Paroisse Saint-Paul des Bois |
Quick Facts
Around Port-Gentil
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Port-Gentil
1 places within 15 km
- • Ancien Phare
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Public Holidays in Gabon
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Port-Gentil
What is the population of Port-Gentil?
Port-Gentil has a population of 164,018 residents and is located in Gabon. The population density is 515 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port-Gentil?
Port-Gentil has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.6 inches.