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Sumbe, Angola

Kwanza Sul · Angola

Sumbe is a large city in Kwanza Sul, Angola with a population of 205,832. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

205,832 Population 115/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
18.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Luanda Timezone

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About Sumbe

Sumbe

Sumbe, formerly Novo Redondo, is a city located in west central Angola. It is the administrative capital of Cuanza Sul Province. In 2014 its population was 279,968.

People

Population205,832
Density115/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population205,832
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-11.2061°, 13.8437°
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda
Country🇦🇴 Angola
State / ProvinceKwanza Sul
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.8 inches (477 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sumbe

Sumbe is a large city in Angola (Kwanza Sul) with a population of 205,832. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Luanda.

Climate in Sumbe

Sumbe has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.9°C), the coldest is Aug (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 418 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.1°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31.8° 40.2
Feb 27.8°C / 82°F 24° / 33.2° 44.0
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 24.1° / 32.8° 113.9
Apr 27.9°C / 82°F 24.5° / 33.6° 99.8
May 27.3°C / 81°F 22.4° / 33.9° 11.1
Jun 24.7°C / 76°F 20.3° / 32° 0.4
Jul 23.2°C / 74°F 19.3° / 30.7° 0.3
Aug 22.2°C / 72°F 19° / 29.6° 0.4
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 20.1° / 29.9° 5.3
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 21.8° / 31.6° 20.2
Nov 26.8°C / 80°F 23.5° / 31.7° 49.9
Dec 27.2°C / 81°F 23.9° / 32.1° 32.9
Sumbe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above Angola avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1,790.7 sq mi (4,638.0 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates-11.2061°N, 13.8437°W
TimezoneAfrica/Luanda

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.8"
51% below Angola avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Nov 19, 2013.

Nov 19, 2013 67 km SW of Uacu Cungo, Angola M4.2 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
March 80°F (26°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
April 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
November 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in
December 78°F (25°C) 1.6 in

Sumbe has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Sumbe

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro Formação Marítima Angola College - Visit →
Escola do Ensino Secundário do Kwanza Sul College - ,
Instituto Politécnico do Sumbe College - ,
Instituto Superior de Petróleos (ISP) College - ,
Instituto Superior Do Kwanza Sul University - ,
National Petroleum Institute (INP) College - ,

Hotels in Sumbe

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Estrela Dourada
Hotel Kalunda
Ritz Sumbe

Restaurants in Sumbe

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rest. SoSabores
Restaurante TAKA
Tewelde Bar

Cafes in Sumbe

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Bonjour

Bus Stations in Sumbe

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

macon

Gas Stations in Sumbe

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pumangol
TotalEnergies P.A. ASSACA

Banks in Sumbe

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angola Development Bank (BFA)
Banco de Comércio e Indústria
BPC

Airports Near Sumbe

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Porto Amboim AirportPBNMedium Airport
Sumbe AirportNDDMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sumbe

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Luanda
Area
4,638.0 km² (1,790.3 mi²)
Founded
1889

Around Sumbe

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 3
Cafes 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 1
Hotels 3
Parks 1
Fire Stations 1

Things to See Near Sumbe

2 places within 15 km

🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Sumbe Cave
⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Chingo

🇦🇴 About Angola

Capital Luanda
Population 30,809,762
Area 1,246,700 km²
GDP (USD) $107,167,747,140
GDP per capita $2,916
HDI 0.616
Life expectancy 64.6 years
Internet users 44.8%
Urban population 69.9%
Currency AOA (Kwanza)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +244
TLD .ao
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sumbe

What is the population of Sumbe?

Sumbe has a population of 205,832 residents and is located in Angola. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 1,790.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sumbe?

Sumbe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches.

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