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Kikwit, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kwilu · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kikwit is a major city in Kwilu, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 509,367. Elevation: 1,529 ft (466 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kikwit
Kikwit is the largest city of Kwilu Province, in the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Located at the furthest navigable point of the Kwilu River, the urban area of Kikwit is primarily on its left bank. The city has over half a million inhabitants. Kikwit is divided into four communes, with decentralised leadership: Kazamba, Lukemi, Lukolela, and Nzinda.
People
Climate
| Population | 509,367 |
| Population Density | 14,340 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.0410°, 18.8162° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Kwilu |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.1 inches (1,500 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kikwit
Kikwit is a major city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Kwilu) with a population of 509,367. The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet (466 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.
Climate in Kikwit
Kikwit 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 1539 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Area | 35.5 sq mi (92.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,340/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.0410°N, 18.8162°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.9 in |
Kikwit has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 75°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Kikwit
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bota Mona | College | - | , |
| Ecole kiese | College | - | , |
| Ecole primaire et secondaire N'semo | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Ancien site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Institut supérieur pédagogique (ISP/Kikwit), Nouveau site | College | - | , |
| Kiese Givens | College | - | , |
| Université de Kikwit, Amphithéâtre | University | - | , |
| Université de Kikwit, auditoires, Bibliotheque, service de santé et Cybercafé | University | - | , |
| Université de Kikwit, bureaux administratifs | University | - | , |
| Université de Kikwit, bureaux administratifs et auditoires | University | - | , |
| University of Kikwit | University | - | , |
Schools in Kikwit
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut technique agricole et véterinaire de Kikwit (ITAVK, ex ITSA) | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut technique agricole et véterinaire de Kikwit (ITAVK, ex ITSA) | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mbandu 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Sadisana (Ex- Institut saint François Xavier) | - | - | - | - |
| Salle Kinduku du Collège Sadisana (Ex- Institut saint François Xavier) | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Technique et professionnel de Kikwit | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kilokoko | - | - | - | - |
| Institutut Kinzamba | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Munguludiaka | - | - | - | - |
| EP Kilokoko | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut technique agricole et véterinaire de Kikwit (ITAVK, ex ITSA) | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut technique agricole et véterinaire de Kikwit (ITAVK, ex ITSA) | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Mbandu 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Saint François | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Ngemba | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Sadisana (Ex- Institut saint François Xavier) | - | - | - | - |
| Salle Kinduku du Collège Sadisana (Ex- Institut saint François Xavier) | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Technique et professionnel de Kikwit | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Kilokoko | - | - | - | - |
| Institutut Kinzamba | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Munguludiaka | - | - | - | - |
| EP Kilokoko | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Kikwit
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kikwit
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kikwit
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kikwit
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kikwit
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kikwit
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kikwit
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kikwit Airport | KKW | Medium Airport |
| Vanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yembe Moke Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kikwit
30 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedrale, Saint François Xavier | |
| Cathedrale, Saint François Xavier | |
| Comunauté des Eglises Batistes au Congo (CEBCO) | |
| Comunauté des Eglises Batistes au Congo (CEBCO) | |
| Eglise catholique ISINGU | |
| Eglise catholique ISINGU | |
| Église Kimbangu | |
| Église kimbangu | |
| Église Kimbangu | |
| Église kimbangu | |
| Eglise La Borne Kikwit plateau | |
| Eglise La Borne Kikwit plateau | |
| Eglise La Louange Kikwit plateau | |
| Eglise La Louange Kikwit plateau | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ BONGISA (parcelle) | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ BOYOKANI | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ BULEMFU | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ KANGA NTIMA | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ Kisalu | |
| ENA RDC OUEST COMMUNAUTÉ KUNDIMA (parcelle) 30 x 31 |
Quick Facts
Around Kikwit
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 Kikwit
What is the population of Kikwit?
Kikwit has a population of 509,367 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 14,340 people per square mile, spread across 35.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kikwit?
Kikwit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.1 inches.