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BolamaGuinea-Bisáu
City Overview of Bolama
Population
10,769
Area
3,341 km²
Density
3 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole
Distance to Coast
0 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Bolama
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Climate & Weather in Bolama
Bolama has a tropical Aw climate (Köppen-Geiger classification), characterized by a distinct rainy season in summer and a dry season in winter. Average annual temperatures range from 25°C to 27°C, with May as the hottest month (29°C) and January as the coldest (25°C), and annual rainfall between 1500–2500 mm in the coastal sub-Guinean zone.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
25°C
Climate Type
Tropical Monsoon
Rainy Days
110
Sunny Days
255
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
26-29°C
Spring is the hottest part of the year, with temperatures rising steadily toward the peak in May. Rainfall remains low as the dry season continues into early May.
Very Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
27-29°C
Summer marks the onset of the rainy season, with heavy rainfall in July, August, and September. Temperatures are warm but moderated by frequent cloud cover and precipitation.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
26-28°C
Autumn sees a gradual decline in rainfall as the rainy season ends in early November. Temperatures remain warm, and humidity begins to decrease.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
25-27°C
Winter is the dry season, with clear skies, low rainfall, and dominant Northeasterly winds including the Harmattan. Temperatures are mild, with January being the coldest month.
Very Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Bolama
Considerar a Bolama significa abrazar una vida isleña única y profundamente local, muy alejada de las típicas burbujas de expatriados. Es ideal para quienes buscan una inmersión genuina y un ritmo más tranquilo, donde conectarse directamente con la cultura local es primordial.
Si bien la seguridad y el acceso a la atención médica básica son generalmente confiables, prepárese para un enfoque más autosuficiente, ya que una gran comunidad internacional no es una característica. El transporte público ofrece una movilidad razonable, pero el verdadero atractivo radica en forjar su propio camino en este entorno histórico, en lugar de depender de redes de expatriados establecidas.
Advantages
Bolama
Island tranquility and natural beauty
Close-knit community atmosphere
Low cost of living
Rich historical colonial heritage
Peaceful, slower pace lifestyle
Disadvantages
Bolama
Limited higher education options
Scarce job opportunities
Poor infrastructure development
Minimal entertainment activities
Basic healthcare services
Safety & Security in Bolama
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Guinea-Bisáu Avg
55
Africa Avg
53
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Bolama to Guinea-Bisáu averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Bolama
Guinea-Bisáu Average
No city-specific data available — showing Guinea-Bisáu country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 87/100
No data for Bolama — showing hazard indicators from nearby Ziguinchor (~141 km).
