Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo
North Kivu · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Beni is a large city in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 140,731. Elevation: 3,809 ft (1,161 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Beni
Beni is a city in north eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, lying immediately west of the Virunga National Park and the Rwenzori Mountains, on the edge of the Ituri Forest.
People
Climate
| Population | 140,731 |
| Population Density | 2,669 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,809 ft (1,161 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.4911°, 29.4731° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | North Kivu |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.5 inches (1,486 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Beni
Beni is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (North Kivu) with a population of 140,731. The city sits at an elevation of 3,809 feet (1,161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Beni
Beni has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Feb (23.8°C), the coldest is Nov (22.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1522 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,809 ft (1,161 m) |
| Area | 52.7 sq mi (136.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,669/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.4911°N, 29.4731°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Katwe-Kikorongo (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 90 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in |
Beni has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 71°F in January to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (2.8").
Colleges & Universities in Beni
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bureau ISBTP/Beni | University | - | , |
| campus isc | College | - | , |
| campus istm beni | College | - | , |
| Christian Bilingual University of Congo | University | - | , |
| Institut Supérieur de Développement Rural de Beni | University | - | , |
| Institut Supérieur du Bassin du Nil | College | - | , |
| ISBN de Beni | University | - | , |
| Ised-gl | University | - | , |
| Open Leaning University | University | - | , |
| UCBC | College | - | , |
| UCNDK | College | - | , |
| Université CEPROMAD | College | - | , |
| Université CEPROMAD/ EPA CEPROMAD | University | - | , |
| Université Évangélique de Beni | University | - | , |
| Université Officielle de Semuliki/UOS | University | - | , |
| Université UOS | University | - | , |
Schools in Beni
188+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Primaire Application de Beni | - | - | - | - |
| EP butanuku | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Sacre Soeur | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Wasingya | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Virunga | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Vingazi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ujasiri | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Tusonge Mbele | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Professionnel de Paida/IPP | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Omega | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mupanda | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mukulia | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mont Bleu | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kisungu | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kanzuli | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kangaembi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kalumendo/Ecole Primaire Ntoni/CECA 20 | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kalemire | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ingieni/Ecole Primaire El Salem/Ecole Primaire Tabi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Hoderi/ Ecole primaire Mabakanga | - | - | - | - |
| Institut de Beni | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Butsili | - | - | - | - |
| Institut de Bungulu/Munyembelu | - | - | - | - |
| Institut de Bundji | - | - | - | - |
| Institut BIS | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mabakanga/CECA 20 | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Katara | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire/Institut Tuha Vuthala | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire/Institut Technique de Mabolio | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire/Institut Kilokwa | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire/Institut Emmaüs | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire/Institut Boikene | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire We are the World School | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Vusingo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Vuholo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Virunga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Vingazi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Twanguhe | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Tusongembele | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Tuha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Sayuni/8 Ecole Primaire AC | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Savana School International/Privee | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Nzoloko | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Murongani/ECK | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Munyabelu | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mapendo/Ecole Primaire Elimu | - | - | - | - |
| EcolePrimaire Mapambazuko | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Maombi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Manziko | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mangombi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mabathonzi/Maternelle Alexe | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mabambila/CECA | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Maarifa | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Maadibisho | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Luholu | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Lokoso | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Le Berceau | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire la Modestie | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kyawanda | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kimbya | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kasabinyole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kanzulinzuli | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kangaembi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kaliva | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ishango | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Irambo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Hekima | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Disalu/Institut Esele/Kimbaguiste (ECK) | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Butsili | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Bundji | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Bumeli | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Beu | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ujasiri | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Taradja CECA20 | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kilingero | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Des sourds De Beni/Officielle | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole ACG Imara | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Charite International School | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Siwako | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Prince de la Paix | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Patmos | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Ndjoke | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Ndeke | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Musayi | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Musafa | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Mater Stefania | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire le Pacifique | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire La Victoire | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire La Rochebelle | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire La Grace | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Kirindera | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Jardin de Fleur | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Horizon | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Hirondelle | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Gefra | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Exode | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Bon Berger | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Bolemi | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Basayi Vusayi | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Basayi Musayi | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Aliko | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire 40 Chambres | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire les Bernadins | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Amani School | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Marie Correnson | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Olivier | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire le Savoir | - | - | - | - |
| College Technique de Beni | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Newton | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Saint Kizito/Institut Lwanzururu | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Arche de Philistins | - | - | - | - |
| CS Les aiglons | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Liberman | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Furaha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ngongolio | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire De L'unité | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Ishango | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Museke | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe SColaire Lumière de la Nation | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire La merveille | - | - | - | - |
| Safinati Najaa | - | - | - | - |
| Les Moissonneurs | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Lukelo | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Goshen | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Nzoloko | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire ianga | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Asefu | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Baraka | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Rwangoma | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Matoya | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Mututulo Kabila | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mukulya | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Collège Nlo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Lwakuna CBCA Kasanga Tuha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Uruma | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Hekima | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kisolokele | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Tuha/Sayo | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Mont Hereth | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Rock Billy | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kitumaini | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Furaha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Nuria/Ecole Primaire Fungula | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Nyalene | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire YAFE | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mbene | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Bundji | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Soleil | - | - | - | - |
| Institut ngumo | - | - | - | - |
| complexe scolaire m'ont ruwenzori | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Mwandu | - | - | - | - |
| La Pépinière | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Moderne Bilingue | - | - | - | - |
| EP Mbene | - | - | - | - |
| EP. Kalemi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Emaus | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Sainte Thérèse De L'Enfant Jésus | - | - | - | - |
| EP. Kimbia | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngumo | - | - | - | - |
| EP. Malihi | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Kitoko | - | - | - | - |
| Ep.Musihiro | - | - | - | - |
| Ep. Buta Nzuma | - | - | - | - |
| VTC | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kami | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire la Famille | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire Karabi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Sacré Coeur | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole d'application ISP Beni | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kanzulinzuli | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mapendano | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mathohya | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe scolaire Libermanni | - | - | - | - |
| Complexe Scolaire La Voix de l'Aigle | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Mapambazuko | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Alpha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kabalaka | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire IAB | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Marie Correnson | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Mbene | - | - | - | - |
| Hôpital Général de Référence de Beni | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kasbinyole/Ecole Primaire Kasabinyole | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Malepe | - | - | - | - |
| EP. Tuha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kasanga | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Malengayi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Bundji de Kasanga | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Beni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabalaka | |||||
| Kasoko Beu | |||||
| Kasoko Itika | |||||
| Kasoko kameru | |||||
| Kasoko Limanga | |||||
| Marché Boikene | |||||
| Marché Boikene | |||||
| Marché central de Beni Kilokwa | |||||
| Marche De Camping | |||||
| Marché de kalinda | |||||
| Marché de Mavivi | |||||
| Marché de Mbau | |||||
| Marché Kalinda | |||||
| Marche Kalingathe | |||||
| Marché letrock | |||||
| Marche Mexico Butsili | |||||
| Marché Ndindi | |||||
| Marche Sinamuli | |||||
| Marcher Misebere 1 | |||||
| Marcher Ngumo | |||||
| Mataba | |||||
| Petit Marché Kahamba | |||||
| Petit Marché Malepe | |||||
| Petit Marche Mapemba | |||||
| Petit Marché Mayangose | |||||
| Petit marché Merlin | |||||
| Tora Tina |
Hotels in Beni
63 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Beni
25 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Beni
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Beni
118 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Beni
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Beni
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Beni
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Beni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usine d'Huile de Palme | ||||
| Usine de la Boisson alcoolique locale |
Stadiums & Teams in Beni
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Beni
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beni Airport | BNC | Small Airport |
| Bundibugyo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ishango Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kasese Airport | KSE | Small Airport |
| Lubero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mweya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rughenda Airfield | RUE | Small Airport |
| Wageni Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Beni
155 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 8 eme Cepac | |
| CBCA | |
| CBCA | |
| CBCA | |
| CBCA KasangaTuha | |
| CECA 20 Butanuka 2 | |
| CECA 20 Francophone | |
| CECA 20 Mupanda | |
| CECA 20 Musenze | |
| CECA20 Kasabi | |
| CECA20 Local Matembo | |
| CEPAC Hermonie | |
| chapelle catho | |
| Chapelle Catholique | |
| Chapelle catholique | |
| Chapelle Catholique | |
| chapelle catholique | |
| chapelle catholique | |
| chapelle catholique | |
| Chapelle Catholique Beu |
Quick Facts
Around Beni
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Beni
2 places within 15 km
- • Gallérie Belle Union
- • Mont Aliote
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Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Beni
What is the population of Beni?
Beni has a population of 140,731 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 2,669 people per square mile, spread across 52.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Beni?
Beni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches.
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