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Bukama, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Haut-Lomami · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Bukama is a large city in Haut-Lomami, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 105,530. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bukama
Bukama is a town in Haut-Lomami Province of south-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. As of 2009 it had an estimated population of 42,718.
People
Climate
| Population | 105,530 |
| Population Density | 336 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,896 ft (578 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2044°, 25.8548° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Haut-Lomami |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.2 inches (1,047 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bukama
Bukama is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Haut-Lomami) with a population of 105,530. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet (578 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Bukama
Bukama has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.9°C), the coldest is Jun (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1199 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,896 ft (578 m) |
| Area | 314.4 sq mi (814.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 336/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2044°N, 25.8548°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
Bukama has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in June to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bukama
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Primaire Nyota | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kalunga 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kayumba | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Manfinge | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kajibajiba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Lusanga 2 | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Ngala ya lulu | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Lusanga1 | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Maleo | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Maleo I | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole promaire Rouge Gorge | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Lwalaba | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Masalior | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Ngala Ya Lwalala | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Kazele I | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Konga Batwi | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Lulu Mwango | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Kyabuntu | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Bukama
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bukama
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bukama
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bukama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bukama
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kamina Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Lubudi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luena Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bukama
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise Orthodoxe |
Quick Facts
Around Bukama
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇩 About Democratic Republic of the Congo
Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bukama
What is the population of Bukama?
Bukama has a population of 105,530 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 336 people per square mile, spread across 314.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bukama?
Bukama 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 74°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches.