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Sima, Comoros

Anjouan · Comoros

Sima is a small city in Anjouan, Comoros with a population of 8,737. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,737 Population 71/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Indian / Comoro Timezone

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About Sima

Sima

Sima is a town located on the island of Anjouan in the Comoros.

People

Population8,737
Density71/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Population8,737
Population Density71 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates-12.1956°, 44.2767°
TimezoneIndian/Comoro
Country🇰🇲 Comoros
State / ProvinceAnjouan
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sima

Sima is a small city in Comoros (Anjouan) with a population of 8,737. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Indian/Comoro.

Climate in Sima

Sima 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 1788 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 363.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 266.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 372.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 136.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 118.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 196.1
Sima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Comoros avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area122.4 sq mi (317.1 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1956°N, 44.2767°W
TimezoneIndian/Comoro

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below Comoros avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 14.13"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M0.0 on Mar 21, 2020.

May 21, 2000 5 km N of Hoani, Comoros M5.2 66 km
Dec 1, 1993 32 km W of Acoua, Mayotte M5.2 84 km
Sep 21, 2016 46 km WSW of Nioumachoua, Comoros M5.1 110 km
Jan 13, 2019 12 km E of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 138 km
Mar 13, 2019 14 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 137 km
Apr 5, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.1 139 km
May 14, 2019 19 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M5.0 146 km
Apr 23, 1993 68 km SW of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M5.0 128 km
Mar 21, 2020 38 km E of Mramani, Comoros M5.0 68 km
Sep 9, 2011 20 km WNW of Mtsamboro, Mayotte M5.0 82 km
Jan 9, 2019 20 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 142 km
Jan 20, 2019 14 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.9 141 km
May 3, 2019 16 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.8 143 km
Feb 26, 2019 35 km ENE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.8 149 km
Mar 12, 2014 1 km WNW of Maraharé, Comoros M4.8 4 km
Mar 31, 2019 8 km ESE of Pamandzi, Mayotte M4.7 137 km
Jun 1, 2018 17 km ESE of Bandrélé, Mayotte M4.7 144 km
Jun 2, 2018 22 km ESE of Bandrélé, Mayotte M4.7 150 km
May 30, 2018 22 km SSE of Kani Kéli, Mayotte M4.7 145 km
Mar 18, 2019 20 km ESE of Bandrélé, Mayotte M4.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 4 88 km
2025 Dikeledi Category 1 251 km
2020 Belna Category 3 232 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 123 km
2014 Hellen Category 4 168 km
2008 Jokwe Category 3 277 km
2005 Ernest Category 1 242 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 151 km
1995 Josta Category 1 224 km
1994 Nadia Category 1 222 km
1984 Andry Category 4 266 km
1984 Kamisy Category 2 146 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karthala (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karthala Shield 2,361 m (7,746 ft) 2007 109 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
April 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
August 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in

Sima has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.1") and August the driest (1.8").

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Farmers Markets in Sima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché municipal de Hampanga

Stadiums & Teams in Sima

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sima

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam AirportNWAMedium Airport
Ouani AirportAJNMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sima

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
المسجد الكبير الجمعة سيما
مسجد زوياني

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Comoro

🇰🇲 About Comoros

Capital Moroni
Population 832,322
Area 2,170 km²
GDP (USD) $1,326,836,543
GDP per capita $1,560
HDI 0.603
Life expectancy 66.8 years
Internet users 35.7%
Urban population 33.2%
Currency KMF (Franc)
Languages Arabic, French, Comorian
Calling code +269
TLD .km
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sima

What is the population of Sima?

Sima has a population of 8,737 residents and is located in Comoros. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 122.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sima?

Sima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.

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