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São Tomé, Sao Tome and Principe
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São Tomé is a mid-size city in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 53,300. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About São Tomé
São Tomé is the capital and largest city of the Central African island country of São Tomé and Príncipe. Its name is Portuguese for "Saint Thomas". Founded in the 15th century, it is one of Africa's oldest colonial cities.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,300 |
| Population Density | 8,125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.3376°, 6.7299° |
| Timezone | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Country | 🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe |
| State / Province | São Tomé Island |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.2 inches (1,657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About São Tomé
São Tomé is a mid-size city in Sao Tome and Principe (São Tomé Island) with a population of 53,300. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Sao_Tome.
Climate in São Tomé
São Tomé 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 1283 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Sao Tome and Principe avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 218 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.3376°N, 6.7299°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Sao_Tome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in |
São Tomé has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in São Tomé
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidade de São Tomé and Príncipe, Instituto Superior Politécnico | University | — | — |
Schools in São Tomé
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Superior de Educação e Comunicação | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária Dona Maria de Jesus | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Patrice Lumumba | — | — | — | — |
| National Lyceum | — | — | — | — |
Museums in São Tomé
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffe Museum | ||||
| São Sebastião Museum |
Libraries in São Tomé
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca da Trindade | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Cantagalo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Nacional | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Paroquial de Santana | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in São Tomé
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Hotels in São Tomé
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in São Tomé
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in São Tomé
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in São Tomé
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in São Tomé
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in São Tomé
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in São Tomé
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in São Tomé
20 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in São Tomé
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Tomé
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| São Tomé International Airport | TMS | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São Tomé
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Conceição | |
| Igreja do Bom Despacho | |
| Igreja Evangélica Assembleia de Deus | |
| Igreja Messiânica Mundial de São Tomé e Príncipe | |
| Our Lady of Grace Cathedral |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near São Tomé
26 places within 15 km
- • Praia das Conchas
- • Praia das Pombas
- • Praia do Governadoro
- • Praia Guégué
- • Praia Izé
- + 5 more
- • Espaço Cacau
- • Catraio
- • Morro
- • Morro Batalha
- • Morro Castelo
- • Morro da Trindade
- + 6 more
- • Antigo Forte
- • Navio Naufragado
- • Boca do Inferno
- • Roça Agostinho Neto ( Roça de Cinco mil)
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What is the population of São Tomé?
São Tomé has a population of 53,300 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe. The population density is 8,125 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in São Tomé?
São Tomé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.