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Ilebo, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kasai · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Ilebo is a large city in Kasai, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 117,245. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ilebo
Ilebo, formerly known as Port-Francqui, is a town in Kasai province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, lying at the highest navigable point of the Kasaï River. It is an important transport hub for ferries to Kinshasa and trains to Lubumbashi.
People
Climate
| Population | 117,245 |
| Population Density | 369 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.3311°, 20.5864° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Kasai |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.8 inches (1,672 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ilebo
Ilebo is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Kasai) with a population of 117,245. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet (440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Ilebo
Ilebo has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.3°C), the coldest is Nov (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1308 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 317.6 sq mi (822.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 369/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.3311°N, 20.5864°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 8.0 in |
Ilebo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.7") and June the driest (0.6").
Farmers Markets in Ilebo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché central |
Hotels in Ilebo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ilebo
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ilebo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Basongo Airport | BAN | Small Airport |
| Ilebo Airport | PFR | Small Airport |
| Shongamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Ilebo
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 Ilebo
What is the population of Ilebo?
Ilebo has a population of 117,245 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 369 people per square mile, spread across 317.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ilebo?
Ilebo 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 76°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches.