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Gemena, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Sud-Ubangi · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Gemena is a large city in Sud-Ubangi, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 197,159. Elevation: 1,378 ft (420 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gemena
Gemena is the capital city of Sud-Ubangi Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It has a population of 350,511 (2017). The city has a large airport and hosts the 10th integrated Brigade of the new FARDC since 2007.
People
Climate
| Population | 197,159 |
| Population Density | 620 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.2565°, 19.7723° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Sud-Ubangi |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.1 inches (1,705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gemena
Gemena is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sud-Ubangi) with a population of 197,159. The city sits at an elevation of 1,378 feet (420 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.
Climate in Gemena
Gemena has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Area | 318.0 sq mi (823.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 620/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.2565°N, 19.7723°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in |
Gemena has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.3") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Gemena
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole primaire Maman Yanga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Sembi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Bodigia | - | - | - | - |
| Instutut du 04 Octobre (Athenee de Gemena) | - | - | - | - |
| college bongisa | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Gemena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché central | |||||
| Marché central |
Hotels in Gemena
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gemena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gemena
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gemena Airport | GMA | Medium Airport |
| Karawa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tandala Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gemena
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ENA RDC Ouest | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Angenga | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Boketa | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Gemena | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Libengemoke | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Salisa | |
| ENA RDC Ouest Communauté Saza |
Quick Facts
Around Gemena
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 Gemena
What is the population of Gemena?
Gemena has a population of 197,159 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 620 people per square mile, spread across 318.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gemena?
Gemena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.