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Ruacana, Namibia
Kunene Region · Namibia
Ruacana is a small town in Kunene Region, Namibia with a population of 3,537. Elevation: 3,734 ft (1,138 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Ruacana
Ruacana is a town in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia and the district capital of the Ruacana electoral constituency. It is located on the border with Angola on the river Kunene. The town is known for the picturesque Ruacana Falls nearby, and for the Ruacana Power Station. Ruacana had a population of 5,939 people in 2023.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,537 |
| Population Density | 1,310 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,734 ft (1,138 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.4282°, 14.4150° |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Country | 🇳🇦 Namibia |
| State / Province | Kunene Region |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (413 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ruacana
Ruacana is a small town in Namibia (Kunene Region) with a population of 3,537. The city sits at an elevation of 3,734 feet (1,138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Windhoek.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.9°F |
| 33% above Namibia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,734 ft (1,138 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.4282°N, 14.4150°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.8 in |
Ruacana has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ruacana
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otjaandjamwenyo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakayale Academy for orphans & marginalized children | — | — | — | — |
| Ombuuumbuu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Good Hope Private Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ruacana Vocational Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tjihozu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ovikange Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alariki Kalukei Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Omudhuwahauwanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Good Hope Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Shoopala Combined School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ruacana
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Ruacana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market |
Hotels in Ruacana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ruacana
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ruacana
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ruacana
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ruacana
5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ruacana
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ruacana
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ruacana
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xangongo Airport | XGN | Medium Airport |
| Chitado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ehomba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Okahao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Opuwa Airport | OPW | Small Airport |
| Outapi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ruacana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uukwaluudhi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ruacana
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nampost | |
| Ruacana Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruacana
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ELCIN |
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What is the population of Ruacana?
Ruacana has a population of 3,537 residents and is located in Namibia. The population density is 1,310 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ruacana?
Ruacana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.