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Kipushi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Haut-Katanga · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kipushi is a large city in Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 169,635. Elevation: 4,423 ft (1,348 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Kipushi
Kipushi is a town in Haut-Katanga province, Democratic Republic of the Congo. It lies 35 km southwest of the city of Lubumbashi, very close to the border with Zambia, at an altitude of 1329 m (4363 ft). The main economic activity of the town is mining. Kipushi is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sakania–Kipushi.
People
Climate
| Population | 169,635 |
| Population Density | 544 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,423 ft (1,348 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.7610°, 27.2514° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Haut-Katanga |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.5 inches (1,207 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kipushi
Kipushi is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Haut-Katanga) with a population of 169,635. The city sits at an elevation of 4,423 feet (1,348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Kipushi
Kipushi 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 1187 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,423 ft (1,348 m) |
| Area | 311.8 sq mi (807.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 544/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.7610°N, 27.2514°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 9.7 in |
Kipushi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in June to 73°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kipushi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole primaire Kinandu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kipushi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée national de Lubumbashi | ||||
| Musée national de Lubumbashi |
Libraries in Kipushi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediathèque | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kipushi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAKAB Services | |||||
| FAKAB Services | |||||
| KIN MARCHE Karavia | |||||
| KIN MARCHE Karavia | |||||
| Maché Karavia | |||||
| Marché 1 de la Kenya | |||||
| Marché 2 | |||||
| Marché 2 | |||||
| Marché 2 | |||||
| Marché Eureka | |||||
| Marché Eureka | |||||
| Marché Kalule | |||||
| Marché Kalule | |||||
| Marché Kansonko | |||||
| Marché Kansonko | |||||
| Marché Kyaluwaya | |||||
| Marché Moïse | |||||
| Marché Moïse | |||||
| PRAD MARKET | |||||
| PRAD MARKET | |||||
| PROSPER BASKET | |||||
| PROSPER BASKET | |||||
| TUTU |
Train Stations in Kipushi
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kipushi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade TP Mazembe |
Airports Near Kipushi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lubumbashi International Airport | FBM | Large Airport |
| West Six Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kipushi
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de Santé de Référence Bakhita | ||
| Centre Médical Diamant | ||
| Centre Médical du Centre Ville (CMDC) | ||
| Centre médical et Maternité La Grâce | ||
| Centre Theurapeutique Eden | ||
| Chirurgie et traumatologie Centre | ||
| Clinique adventiste | ||
| Clinique St-Luc | ||
| Clinique Universitaire Nouveaux Horizons | ||
| CMDC | ||
| Les mels | ||
| Policlinique Galien - Biayi | ||
| Polyclinique de Lubumbashi |
Quick Facts
Around Kipushi
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kipushi?
Kipushi has a population of 169,635 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 544 people per square mile, spread across 311.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kipushi?
Kipushi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.