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Ouésso
City in Sangha, Republic of the Congo
Overview
Ouésso, the capital of Sangha Region in the far north of the Republic of the Congo, is a lively river port and a gateway to the region's rich rainforest and wildlife. The city blends traditional Congolese life with a modest urban center, offering unique insight into local cultures and the daily rhythm of life by the Sangha River.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Republic of the Congo
Department
Sangha
Population
39,653
Time Zone
Africa/Brazzaville
Coordinates
1.61°, 16.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
32
LGBTQ+ Safety
22
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$845
Local Cost
$390
Local Income
$120
Cashless
15
English
8
Temperature
25.6°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
26.2°C
Record High
39.3°C
Record Low
14.6°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1632 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
OUE
Distance
2 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 44/100.
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