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Libenge, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Sud-Ubangi · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Libenge is a mid-size city in Sud-Ubangi, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 37,344. Elevation: 1,175 ft (358 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,344 Population 118/sq mi density
1,175 ft Elevation 358 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
66.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Kinshasa Timezone

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About Libenge

Libenge is a town in Sud-Ubangi Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). As of 2016, the population of Libenge is 27,053. The nearest town is Mongoumba, 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) southwest of the city. The Congolese politician Léon Kengo was born in this town in 1935.

People

Population37,344
Density118/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Population37,344
Population Density118 / sq mi
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Coordinates3.6533°, 18.6357°
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceSud-Ubangi
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation66.1 inches (1,679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Libenge

Libenge is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sud-Ubangi) with a population of 37,344. The city sits at an elevation of 1,175 feet (358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.

Climate in Libenge

Libenge 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 1603 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 134.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 144.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 169.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 155.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 176.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 205.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 190.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 204.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 119.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 29.0
Libenge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,175 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area317.8 sq mi (823.2 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates3.6533°N, 18.6357°W
TimezoneAfrica/Kinshasa

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.1"
74% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.07"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 1995.

Jun 8, 1995 41 km WSW of Gemena, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 109 km
Jun 8, 1995 55 km WSW of Gemena, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.3 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
March 78°F (25°C) 4.9 in Warmest
April 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 6.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in
September 76°F (24°C) 7.9 in
October 76°F (24°C) 8.1 in Wettest
November 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in

Libenge has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 66.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and January the driest (2.0").

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Hotels in Libenge

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Wilo et Frères

Airports Near Libenge

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bangui M'Poko International AirportBGFLarge Airport
Betou AirportBTBSmall Airport
Libenge AirportLIESmall Airport
Mpaka Airport-Small Airport
Tandala Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Kinshasa

🇨🇩 About Democratic Republic of the Congo

Capital Kinshasa
Population 84,068,091
Area 2,345,410 km²
GDP (USD) $69,843,655,425
GDP per capita $660
HDI 0.522
Life expectancy 61.9 years
Internet users 30.6%
Urban population 44.4%
Currency CDF (Franc)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili
Calling code +243
TLD .cd
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 4 Martyrs Day Martyrs Day
Jan 16 Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination
Jan 17 Patrice Lumumba Assassination Patrice Lumumba Assassination
Apr 6 Kimbangu's Day Kimbangu's Day
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 17 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Jun 30 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 1 Parents' Day Parents' Day
Aug 2 Congolese Genocide Day Congolese Genocide Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Libenge

What is the population of Libenge?

Libenge has a population of 37,344 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 118 people per square mile, spread across 317.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Libenge?

Libenge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.1 inches.

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