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Inkisi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Bas-Congo · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Inkisi is a large city in Bas-Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 115,317. Elevation: 1,693 ft (516 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

115,317 Population 30/sq mi density
1,693 ft Elevation 516 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
55.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kinshasa Timezone

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About Inkisi

Inkisi

Inkisi, more commonly known as Kisantu, is a town in the western Democratic Republic of Congo, lying south west of Kinshasa, on the Inkisi River. It is known for its large cathedral and for its botanical garden, which includes an arboretum of indigenous trees.

People

Population115,317
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Population115,317
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Coordinates-5.1312°, 15.0541°
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceBas-Congo
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation55.9 inches (1,419 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Inkisi

Inkisi is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Bas-Congo) with a population of 115,317. The city sits at an elevation of 1,693 feet (516 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.

Climate in Inkisi

Inkisi has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.7°C), the coldest is Jul (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1514 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 19.2° / 30.8° 176.1
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 20.1° / 31.3° 145.8
Mar 25.2°C / 77°F 20.1° / 31.5° 200.1
Apr 25.1°C / 77°F 20.3° / 30.8° 198.5
May 25°C / 77°F 18.8° / 30.9° 112.8
Jun 23.7°C / 75°F 16.4° / 31° 11.5
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 16.2° / 31.6° 5.4
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 17.4° / 32.9° 8.8
Sep 25.7°C / 78°F 19.7° / 33.2° 43.9
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 20.4° / 32.7° 148.2
Nov 24.7°C / 76°F 20° / 31.3° 255.4
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 19.7° / 30.2° 208.2
Inkisi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,693 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Area3,898.3 sq mi (10,096.6 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates-5.1312°N, 15.0541°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.9"
47% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 10.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
February 78°F (25°C) 4.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 7.2 in Warmest
April 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in
November 77°F (25°C) 10.5 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in

Inkisi has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Inkisi

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole primaire Mavuma - - - -
École primaire Lovo - - - -
Ecole primaire Nsumba - - - -
École primaire Nkitudia - - - -
École primaire Ngongolo - - - -
Kinteto Ecole - - - -
Kavuaya Ecole - - - -
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Libraries in Inkisi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque & auditoires0.0

Farmers Markets in Inkisi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Central
Marché central
marché cosmopolyte
marché ofitra
marché ofitra
ROND-POINT I.S.P.

Hotels in Inkisi

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Inter Kisantu
Le Mangoustan
Résidence Mbambu

Theme Parks in Inkisi

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

jardin botanique

Train Stations in Inkisi

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kisantu–Inkisi

Gas Stations in Inkisi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CD #2149384519

Stadiums & Teams in Inkisi

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Airports Near Inkisi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ndjili International AirportFIHLarge Airport
Celo Zongo Airport-Small Airport
Inkisi Airport-Small Airport
Kimpangu Airport-Small Airport
Kwilu-Ngongo Airport-Small Airport
Lukala Airport-Small Airport
Malanga Airport-Small Airport
N'Kolo-Fuma AirportNKLSmall Airport
Nsangi Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Inkisi

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Notre-Dame des Sept Douleurs
Eglise La Louange
ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ KINTANU
ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ PROPOSITION AP MATITA
ENA RDC Ouest communauté Sosa
ENA RDC OUEST CTE KIKONKA

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kinshasa

Around Inkisi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 2
Hospitals 1
Hotels 3
Parks 1
Places of Worship 4

Things to See Near Inkisi

1 places within 15 km

🎢 Theme Parks (1)
  • • jardin botanique

🇨🇩 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 Inkisi

What is the population of Inkisi?

Inkisi has a population of 115,317 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 3,898.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Inkisi?

Inkisi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches.

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