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Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tshopo · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kisangani is a major city in Tshopo, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 1,181,788. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Kisangani
Kisangani, formerly Stanleyville, is the capital of Tshopo Province, located on the Congo River in the eastern part of the central Congo Basin in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the country's fifth-most populous urban area, with an estimated population of 1,602,144 as of 2016, and the largest of the cities in the tropical woodlands of the Congo.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,181,788 |
| Population Density | 1,603 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.5153°, 25.1910° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Tshopo |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.0 inches (1,727 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kisangani
Kisangani is a major city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Tshopo) with a population of 1,181,788. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Kisangani
Kisangani 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 1845 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 737.5 sq mi (1,910.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,603/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.5153°N, 25.1910°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 4.1 in |
Kisangani has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in July to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.6") and January the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kisangani
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Association Rayon de soleil Kisangani | College | — | — |
| Ecole de couture | College | — | — |
| Faculté des Sciences / UNIKIS | University | — | — |
| IFA YANGAMBI | College | — | — |
| IFA YANGAMBI | College | — | — |
| ISDR Kisangani | College | — | — |
| Univerisité Libre de Kisangani | University | — | — |
| Univerisité Libre de Kisangani | University | — | — |
| Univertisité de Kisangani | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Kisangani
50+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complexe Scolaire La Montagne de JC | — | — | — | — |
| Home Feyen | — | — | — | — |
| E.P.P.R | — | — | — | — |
| EP Mapendano | — | — | — | — |
| CS OKAPI | — | — | — | — |
| CS. SAIO | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Anuarité | — | — | — | — |
| ISC | — | — | — | — |
| Trade School | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire JKK/Ileko | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Educatif de Likunde | — | — | — | — |
| Pape Jean-Paul II | — | — | — | — |
| Groupe Scolaire La Francophonie 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Mapendano | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Jean, C.S. du Sacré-Coeur | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire La Sagesse | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Mwana | — | — | — | — |
| Athénée Royal | — | — | — | — |
| BASE Institut | — | — | — | — |
| College Maele | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Bawa | — | — | — | — |
| Hope International School | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole d'Excellence de Kisangani | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire Masandi | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Seminaire Saint Augustin de Kisangani | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire La Montagne de JC | — | — | — | — |
| Home Feyen | — | — | — | — |
| E.P.P.R | — | — | — | — |
| EP Mapendano | — | — | — | — |
| CS OKAPI | — | — | — | — |
| CS. SAIO | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Anuarité | — | — | — | — |
| ISC | — | — | — | — |
| Trade School | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire JKK/Ileko | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Educatif de Likunde | — | — | — | — |
| Pape Jean-Paul II | — | — | — | — |
| Groupe Scolaire La Francophonie 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Mapendano | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Jean, C.S. du Sacré-Coeur | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire La Sagesse | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Mwana | — | — | — | — |
| Athénée Royal | — | — | — | — |
| BASE Institut | — | — | — | — |
| College Maele | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Bawa | — | — | — | — |
| Hope International School | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole d'Excellence de Kisangani | — | — | — | — |
| Complexe Scolaire Masandi | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Seminaire Saint Augustin de Kisangani | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Kisangani
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliance Française de Kisangani | 0.0 | |||||
| Imprimerie RENAPI | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kisangani
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché central |
Hotels in Kisangani
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kisangani
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kisangani
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kisangani
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kisangani
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kisangani
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kisangani
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kisangani
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kisangani
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kisangani
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kisangani
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kisangani
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kisangani
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maison Palos | ||||
| Maison Palos |
Stadiums & Teams in Kisangani
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Lumumba |
Airports Near Kisangani
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bangoka International Airport | FKI | Large Airport |
| Katende Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisangani Simisini Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yangambi Airport | YAN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kisangani
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beroya | |
| Beroya | |
| Cathedrale de Kisangani | |
| Cathedrale de Kisangani | |
| Eglise Chrétienne Source de Guérison | |
| Eglise Chrétienne Source de Guérison | |
| Eglise Fepaco | |
| Eglise Fepaco | |
| Eglise Néo-Apostolique Communauté de Makiso | |
| Eglise Néo-Apostolique Communauté de Makiso | |
| Église orthodoxe | |
| Église orthodoxe | |
| Eglise Pentecôtiste Sainte Montagne | |
| Eglise Pentecôtiste Sainte Montagne | |
| Paroisse Mont Hareb | |
| Paroisse Mont Hareb | |
| St. Gabriel | |
| St. Gabriel | |
| Ste. Marthe | |
| Ste. Marthe |
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Quick Facts
Around Kisangani
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kisangani
What is the population of Kisangani?
Kisangani has a population of 1,181,788 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 1,603 people per square mile, spread across 737.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kisangani?
Kisangani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.