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Kongolo, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tanganyika · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kongolo is a mid-size city in Tanganyika, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 86,932. Elevation: 1,844 ft (562 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Kongolo
Kongolo is a town in Tanganyika Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
It is located on the west bank of the Lualaba River, the largest headstream of the Congo River. It has 62,455 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 86,932 |
| Population Density | 274 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,844 ft (562 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.3853°, 27.0003° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Tanganyika |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kongolo
Kongolo is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Tanganyika) with a population of 86,932. The city sits at an elevation of 1,844 feet (562 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.
Climate in Kongolo
Kongolo has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Dec (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1227 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,844 ft (562 m) |
| Area | 317.1 sq mi (821.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.3853°N, 27.0003°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 6.2 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
Kongolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 74°F in June to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.2").
Train Stations in Kongolo
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kongolo
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kabalo Airport | KBO | Small Airport |
| Kongolo Airport | KOO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Kongolo
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 Kongolo?
Kongolo has a population of 86,932 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 317.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kongolo?
Kongolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.