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Zemio, Central African Republic

Haut-Mbomou · Central African Republic

Zemio is a small city in Haut-Mbomou, Central African Republic with a population of 17,829. Elevation: 1,900 ft (579 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

17,829 Population 56/sq mi density
1,900 ft Elevation 579 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
62.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bangui Timezone

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About Zemio

Zemio

Zemio is a town and sub-prefecture in the Haut-Mbomou prefecture of the south-eastern Central African Republic. Zemio was the former capital of the Sultanate of Zemio before it was abolished in 1923 by France.

People

Population17,829
Density56/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain62.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Population17,829
Population Density56 / sq mi
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Coordinates5.0314°, 25.1361°
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui
Country🇨🇫 Central African Republic
State / ProvinceHaut-Mbomou
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation62.2 inches (1,580 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zemio

Zemio is a small city in Central African Republic (Haut-Mbomou) with a population of 17,829. The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bangui.

Climate in Zemio

Zemio has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.5°C), the coldest is Jul (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1739 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 14.8° / 35.3° 55.0
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 15.4° / 38.3° 14.5
Mar 27.5°C / 82°F 18.5° / 39.2° 90.2
Apr 26.4°C / 80°F 20.5° / 36.4° 141.4
May 25.8°C / 78°F 20.4° / 34.2° 161.8
Jun 24.6°C / 76°F 19.5° / 31.7° 190.9
Jul 24°C / 75°F 19.1° / 30.7° 240.9
Aug 24.1°C / 75°F 18.9° / 30.8° 218.6
Sep 24.2°C / 76°F 19.2° / 30.8° 211.2
Oct 24.4°C / 76°F 19.5° / 30.4° 254.9
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 17° / 31.4° 121.1
Dec 24.4°C / 76°F 14.9° / 33.3° 38.9
Zemio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above Central African Republic avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Area317.1 sq mi (821.2 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates5.0314°N, 25.1361°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bangui

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.2"
64% above Central African Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.82"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9.

Feb 6, 1994 55 km N of Zemio, Central African Republic M4.9 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 7.5 in
June 77°F (25°C) 8.3 in
July 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 8.8 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 8.8 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in

Zemio has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Zemio

Institution Type Founded Website
Centre de formation Ikpirp College - ,

Schools in Zemio

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole Peulh - - - -
Ecole sous-préfectorale - - - -
Mboufo - - - -
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Airports Near Zemio

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zemio AirportIMOSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bangui
Elevation
579 m (1,900 ft)

🇨🇫 About Central African Republic

Capital Bangui
Population 4,666,377
Area 622,984 km²
GDP (USD) $2,555,492,086
GDP per capita $496
HDI 0.387
Life expectancy 57.4 years
Internet users 7.5%
Urban population 43.7%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages French, Sango
Calling code +236
TLD .cf
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zemio

What is the population of Zemio?

Zemio has a population of 17,829 residents and is located in Central African Republic. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 317.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zemio?

Zemio 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 76°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.2 inches.

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