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Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tanganyika · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kalemie is a large city in Tanganyika, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 160,961. Elevation: 2,582 ft (787 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

160,961 Population 2,073/sq mi density
2,582 ft Elevation 787 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lubumbashi Timezone

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About Kalemie

Kalemie, formerly Albertville or Albertstad, is a city on the western shore of Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The Lukuga River, that drains Lake Tanganyika to the Lualaba River, runs through the city. Kalemie is the capital of Tanganyika Province.

People

Population160,961
Density2,073/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Population160,961
Population Density2,073 / sq mi
Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Coordinates-5.9475°, 29.1947°
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceTanganyika
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kalemie

Kalemie is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Tanganyika) with a population of 160,961. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet (787 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.

Climate in Kalemie

Kalemie has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1132 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 127.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 121.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 161.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 173.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 71.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 82.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 202.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 160.0
Kalemie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Area77.6 sq mi (201.1 km²)
Population Density2,073/sq mi
Coordinates-5.9475°N, 29.1947°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.64"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.8 on May 2, 2024.

Mar 28, 2007 63 km SE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.8 64 km
Nov 14, 2009 66 km W of Karema, Tanzania M5.4 123 km
Jan 9, 2006 62 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 63 km
Mar 28, 1998 37 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 38 km
Apr 29, 2017 83 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 83 km
Nov 14, 2009 68 km W of Karema, Tanzania M5.3 116 km
Apr 10, 2003 55 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 56 km
Jul 20, 2009 65 km WNW of Karema, Tanzania M5.0 104 km
Nov 12, 1994 59 km WSW of Karema, Tanzania M4.9 137 km
Dec 15, 2000 67 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 68 km
May 2, 2024 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 124 km
Aug 4, 2023 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 105 km
Feb 6, 1999 34 km NNE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 35 km
Jun 10, 2006 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 129 km
Apr 10, 2002 44 km SSW of Uvinza, Tanzania M4.7 123 km
Nov 21, 1997 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 126 km
Jun 30, 2003 70 km W of Karema, Tanzania M4.7 118 km
Sep 23, 2023 56 km SSE of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 103 km
Dec 25, 2012 60 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 60 km
Jul 30, 2006 76 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.6 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
February 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in Wettest
May 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.7 in

Kalemie has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Kalemie

Institution Type Founded Website
Faculté de Médecine University
Institut National de Préparation Professionnelle College
Institut Technique Medicale de kalemie College
Université de Kalemie University
Université de Kalemie University

Schools in Kalemie

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole Primaire de la Lukuga
Institut Ushirika
Institut Technique Lubuye
École des Filles
Ecole Primaire Uhodari
Ecole primaire Neema
Ecole Primaire Mwananalusanga
Ecole Primaire Mayanga
Ecole Primaire Kitumaini 4
Ecole primaire Kibwe
Ecole Primaire Katarina Beni
École Primaire Flambeau
École primaire Faraja
Ecole Primaire du Lac
Ecole Primaire Maendeleo II
Ecole Primaire Bakita II
Ecole Primaire Bakita I
Ecole Primaire Rehema
Ecole Primaire Katanga
Ecole Primaire Moni
Ecole Primaire Umoja
Ecole Primaire Faida
Ecole Primaire Lwanzo
Ecole Primaire Mapatano III
EP Moni
La bambiniere
Ecole Primaire Idaya
École Primaire Maendeleo I
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Radio Stations near Kalemie

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Kalemie

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Lubuye
Marché des Réfugiés
Marché Kataki
Marché Katanga
Marché Kisebwe
Marché Maendeleo

Hotels in Kalemie

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel beach Musalala
Hotel du Lac
Hotel du Midi
Hotel VIP chez Emedo
Murumbi
Musalala

Restaurants in Kalemie

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baobab
Etoile de tanganika
Maman Henriette
Musalala
Restaurant Kwetu

Cafes in Kalemie

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafeteria MONUSCO

Clinics in Kalemie

18 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre médical La préférence Nuru
Centre Médical Rabbi
Clinic Site kaseka
Clinique d'etat
Clinique Monopole
Cliniques Universitaires de Kalemie
Complexe Médical Saint Raphael
Dispensaire Bethsaida
Dispensaire Peki Siwezi
Dispensaire Sainte Sophie
Dispensaire Sante plus ebene ezer
Dispensaire Uzima
Polyclinic Deka
Polyclinic Maranatha
Polyclinic Tanganyika
Polyclinic Ushindi
Polyclinique Afia Bora
Polyclinique Al Karim

Train Stations in Kalemie

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kalémié centrale
Kambi ya Wima

Gas Stations in Kalemie

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CD #5805906168
CD #5805938044

Banks in Kalemie

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Afriland First Bank
RawBank
Trust Merchant Bank
Trust Merchant Bank

Shopping Malls in Kalemie

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marché central

Stadiums & Teams in Kalemie

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kalemie

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalemie AirportFMIMedium Airport
Mahale AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kalemie

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
DHL

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalemie

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Christ Roi
Cathédrale Saint Albert
Eglise
Eglise 30° CPCO Kerithe
Eglise Jesus Pour Tous
Eglise Saint Nicolas
L'arche de l'alliance
Salle du royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lubumbashi

Around Kalemie

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 27
Hospitals 12
Pharmacies 4
Restaurants 4
Cafes 1
Bars 6
Banks 3
Hotels 1
Police Stations 3
Places of Worship 3

🇨🇩 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 Kalemie

What is the population of Kalemie?

Kalemie has a population of 160,961 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 2,073 people per square mile, spread across 77.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kalemie?

Kalemie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

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