Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Haut-Katanga · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Likasi is a large city in Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 422,535. Elevation: 4,226 ft (1,288 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

422,535 Population 4,657/sq mi density
4,226 ft Elevation 1,288 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lubumbashi Timezone

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About Likasi

Likasi is a city in Haut-Katanga Province, in the south-east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

People

Population422,535
Density4,657/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation4,226 ft (1,288 m)
Population422,535
Population Density4,657 / sq mi
Elevation4,226 ft (1,288 m)
Coordinates-10.9830°, 26.7384°
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceHaut-Katanga
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,187 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Likasi

Likasi is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Haut-Katanga) with a population of 422,535. The city sits at an elevation of 4,226 feet (1,288 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.

Climate in Likasi

Likasi has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.9°C), the coldest is Jun (17.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1287 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 70°F 16.2° / 28° 254.2
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 16.3° / 28.7° 197.8
Mar 21.7°C / 71°F 16.1° / 28° 271.8
Apr 20.9°C / 70°F 13° / 27.7° 73.7
May 18.8°C / 66°F 9.8° / 27.4° 4.5
Jun 17.3°C / 63°F 7.9° / 27.7° 1.3
Jul 17.5°C / 64°F 7.8° / 29.2° 0.7
Aug 20.7°C / 69°F 9.9° / 33.6° 0.4
Sep 24.4°C / 76°F 12.6° / 36.3° 5.4
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 15.9° / 37.1° 50.2
Nov 23.8°C / 75°F 17.1° / 35° 174.9
Dec 22.6°C / 73°F 16.9° / 30.1° 252.8
Likasi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,226 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation4,226 ft (1,288 m)
Area90.7 sq mi (235.0 km²)
Population Density4,657/sq mi
Coordinates10.9830°S, 26.7384°E
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 9.02"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.2 on May 4, 2025.

Sep 25, 2011 53 km NE of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 53 km
Aug 17, 1999 94 km NNE of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.5 112 km
Jun 3, 2016 19 km NW of Kambove, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.5 39 km
Aug 11, 1999 93 km NNE of Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.3 124 km
May 4, 2025 63 km S of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.2 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
February 71°F (21°C) 8.0 in
March 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
April 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 62°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in Warmest
November 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 9.0 in Wettest

Likasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 62°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Likasi

38 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole primaire Kilubula - - - -
Ecole primaire Mumea - - - -
Ecole primaire Matendo I - - - -
Ecole primaire Mwanzo - - - -
École primaire Nuru - - - -
École primaire Vumilia - - - -
Ecole primaire Nuru Ya Lwanga - - - -
Ecole primaire Tupendane - - - -
Ecole primaire Bahati II - - - -
École primaire St Bartelemy - - - -
Ecole primaire Matayarisho 3 - - - -
Ecole primaire Nyota - - - -
Ecole primaire Shindama - - - -
Ecole primaire Bahati I - - - -
Ecole primaire Huruma - - - -
Ecole primaire Bilima - - - -
Ecole primaire Mavuno I - - - -
École primaire Usamani - - - -
École primaire Chem-chem 3 - - - -
Ecole primaire Kilubula - - - -
Ecole primaire Mumea - - - -
Ecole primaire Matendo I - - - -
Ecole primaire Mwanzo - - - -
École primaire Nuru - - - -
École primaire Vumilia - - - -
Ecole primaire Nuru Ya Lwanga - - - -
Ecole primaire Tupendane - - - -
Ecole primaire Bahati II - - - -
École primaire St Bartelemy - - - -
Ecole primaire Matayarisho 3 - - - -
Ecole primaire Nyota - - - -
Ecole primaire Shindama - - - -
Ecole primaire Bahati I - - - -
Ecole primaire Huruma - - - -
Ecole primaire Bilima - - - -
Ecole primaire Mavuno I - - - -
École primaire Usamani - - - -
École primaire Chem-chem 3 - - - -
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Hotels in Likasi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Train Stations in Likasi

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buluo
Kapolowe
Likasi

Bus Stations in Likasi

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CD #5032631922

Banks in Likasi

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Français

Golf Courses in Likasi

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Likasi Country Club

Airports Near Likasi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fungurume Airport-Small Airport
Mulungwishi Airport-Small Airport
Mwadingusha Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Likasi

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse du Sacré-Coeur
Paroisse du Sacré-Coeur

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Likasi

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Likasi.

Name Description
Chutes de la Lofoi Height: 384

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation
1,318 m (4,324 ft)
Area
235.0 km² (90.7 mi²)

Around Likasi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 17
Hospitals 5
Banks 1
Hotels 1
Parks 3

Things to See Near Likasi

1 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Buluo

🇨🇩 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 Likasi

What is the population of Likasi?

Likasi has a population of 422,535 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 4,657 people per square mile, spread across 90.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Likasi?

Likasi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.

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