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Rosema, Sao Tome and Principe

São Tomé Island · Sao Tome and Principe

Rosema is a small town in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 2,587. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,587 Population 59/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
85.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Sao Tome Timezone

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About Rosema

Rosema is a settlement on the northwestern coast of São Tomé Island in São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an eastern subdivision of the town Neves, in the Lembá District. Its population is 2,587.

People

Population2,587
Density59/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain85.6 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Population2,587
Population Density59 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates0.3509°, 6.5695°
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 Rosema

Rosema is a small town in Sao Tome and Principe (São Tomé Island) with a population of 2,587. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 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.

Rosema 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 617 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

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area44.2 sq mi (114.5 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates0.3509°N, 6.5695°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 M4.5 128 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

Rosema 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 Rosema

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coffe Museum
São Sebastião Museum

Libraries in Rosema

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

Farmers Markets in Rosema

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

Stadiums & Teams in Rosema

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rosema

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 Rosema

What is the population of Rosema?

Rosema has a population of 2,587 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 44.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rosema?

Rosema 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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