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Aketi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Bas-Uele · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Aketi is a mid-size city in Bas-Uele, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 61,437. Elevation: 1,247 ft (380 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

61,437 Population 4,199/sq mi density
1,247 ft Elevation 380 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lubumbashi Timezone

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About Aketi

Aketi

Aketi is a town in the Bas-Uele Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the seat of Aketi Territory. As of 2009 it had an estimated population of 38,588.

People

Population61,437
Density4,199/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Population61,437
Population Density4,199 / sq mi
Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Coordinates2.7388°, 23.7833°
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceBas-Uele
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,657 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aketi

Aketi is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Bas-Uele) with a population of 61,437. The city sits at an elevation of 1,247 feet (380 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.

Climate in Aketi

Aketi has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (27°C), the coldest is Oct (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1612 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 18.2° / 33.3° 59.2
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 18.6° / 35.7° 42.8
Mar 27°C / 81°F 21° / 36.5° 117.5
Apr 26.2°C / 79°F 21° / 33.9° 135.6
May 25.7°C / 78°F 21° / 32.7° 162.4
Jun 24.6°C / 76°F 19.9° / 30.4° 159.3
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 19.9° / 29.6° 234.5
Aug 24.2°C / 76°F 19.6° / 29.3° 169.0
Sep 24.3°C / 76°F 20.3° / 29.3° 143.5
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 20.6° / 29.4° 165.6
Nov 24.2°C / 76°F 20.2° / 29° 163.2
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 18.3° / 31° 59.9
Aketi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,247 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Area14.6 sq mi (37.9 km²)
Population Density4,199/sq mi
Coordinates2.7388°N, 23.7833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
72% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.69"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
March 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 6.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 6.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 6.1 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 7.6 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in

Aketi has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Aketi

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Aketi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Mabinza

Train Stations in Aketi

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aketi
Komba

Airports Near Aketi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aketi Airport-Small Airport
Mokaria-Yamoleka Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Aketi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PTT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aketi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Christ Roi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation
380 m (1,247 ft)

🇨🇩 About Democratic Republic of the Congo

Capital Kinshasa
Population 84,068,091
Area 2,345,410 km²
GDP (USD) $69,843,655,425
GDP per capita $660
HDI 0.522
Life expectancy 61.9 years
Internet users 30.6%
Urban population 44.4%
Currency CDF (Franc)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili
Calling code +243
TLD .cd
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 4 Martyrs Day Martyrs Day
Jan 16 Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination
Jan 17 Patrice Lumumba Assassination Patrice Lumumba Assassination
Apr 6 Kimbangu's Day Kimbangu's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 17 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Jun 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 1 Parents' Day Parents' Day
Aug 2 Congolese Genocide Day Congolese Genocide Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aketi

What is the population of Aketi?

Aketi has a population of 61,437 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 4,199 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aketi?

Aketi 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 77°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.

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