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Lukolela, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Équateur · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lukolela is a small city in Équateur, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 15,000. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Lukolela
Lukolela is a town in Équateur Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the Congo River bank. It is opposite the Republic of Congo town of Loukolela. The Lukolela Swamp Rat is named after the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,000 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.0605°, 17.1821° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Équateur |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.0 inches (1,726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lukolela
Lukolela is a small city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Équateur) with a population of 15,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet (316 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.
Climate in Lukolela
Lukolela has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.1°C), the coldest is Nov (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1758 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 1,566.0 sq mi (4,056.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.0605°N, 17.1821°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in |
Lukolela has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.2") and July the driest (1.8").
Airports Near Lukolela
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Irebu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matoko Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lukolela?
Lukolela has a population of 15,000 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,566.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lukolela?
Lukolela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.