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Kanyobagonga, Democratic Republic of the Congo
North Kivu · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kanyobagonga is a mid-size city in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 44,146. Elevation: 5,814 ft (1,772 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kanyobagonga
Kanyabayonga is a town straddling the Lubero and Rutshuru territories of North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Administratively, the part which is in Lubero is the commune of Kanyabayonga and, the part in Rutshuru belongs to the Kanyabayonga groupement (grouping) which extends well south of the town and is within the Bwito chiefdom. The region as a whole has seen much armed conflict since 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,146 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,814 ft (1,772 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.6998°, 29.1718° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | North Kivu |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.6 inches (1,132 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kanyobagonga
Kanyobagonga is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (North Kivu) with a population of 44,146. The city sits at an elevation of 5,814 feet (1,772 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Kanyobagonga
Kanyobagonga has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.8°C), the coldest is Nov (21.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1490 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,814 ft (1,772 m) |
| Area | 761.9 sq mi (1,973.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.6998°N, 29.1718°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | NYAMURAGIRA | Astronomical | - | - | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyamuragira (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyamuragira | Shield | 3,058 m (10,033 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 91 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 92 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 95 km |
| Katwe-Kikorongo | Tuff cone(s) | 1,067 m (3,501 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Fort Portal | Tuff cone(s) | 1,615 m (5,299 ft) | -2120 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in |
Kanyobagonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 70°F in November to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.2").
Schools in Kanyobagonga
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Primaire Nyongera | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Musanga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Maendeleo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Lukeke | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Kinyangu | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Bukange | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Vikohwa | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Bulotwa | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kanyabayonga | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Furaha | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mulinde Miriki | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Vinyangingi | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Musanga | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kanyobagonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Central de Kirumba | |||||
| Marché de Kavoza | |||||
| Marché Kalindiriri | |||||
| Marché Katero | |||||
| Marché Kayna | |||||
| Marché Vuhaka |
Hotels in Kanyobagonga
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kanyobagonga
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kanyobagonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kanyobagonga
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Airstrip | KHX | Medium Airport |
| Ishango Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ishasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katanda Rusthuru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kayonza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisoro Airport | KXO | Small Airport |
| Lubero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mweya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutshuru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rwindi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kanyobagonga
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise Catholique Buhololi | |
| Eglise Catholique Kanyatsi | |
| Eglise Catholique Vuvogho | |
| Eglise CBCA Kanyabayonga | |
| Eglise CBCA Lukeke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kanyobagonga
What is the population of Kanyobagonga?
Kanyobagonga has a population of 44,146 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 761.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kanyobagonga?
Kanyobagonga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.