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Lukula, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Sankuru · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Lukula is a mid-size city in Sankuru, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 46,534. Elevation: 2,001 ft (610 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

46,534 Population 146/sq mi density
2,001 ft Elevation 610 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lubumbashi Timezone

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People

Population46,534
Density146/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain64.8 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation2,001 ft (610 m)
Population46,534
Population Density146 / sq mi
Elevation2,001 ft (610 m)
Coordinates-3.8688°, 23.8835°
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
Country🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
State / ProvinceSankuru
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation64.8 inches (1,645 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lukula

Lukula is a mid-size city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sankuru) with a population of 46,534. The city sits at an elevation of 2,001 feet (610 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lubumbashi.

Climate in Lukula

Lukula has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.3°C), the coldest is Nov (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1476 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 19.8° / 30.5° 176.4
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 19.7° / 31.7° 144.4
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 19.9° / 32.2° 147.4
Apr 25.1°C / 77°F 20.4° / 31.2° 123.2
May 25.6°C / 78°F 19.7° / 32.2° 77.6
Jun 25.9°C / 79°F 17.8° / 34° 24.0
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 17.7° / 35.7° 16.2
Aug 27.3°C / 81°F 19.9° / 36.2° 71.4
Sep 26.1°C / 79°F 19.6° / 34.8° 141.1
Oct 25°C / 77°F 20.1° / 32.3° 173.0
Nov 23.9°C / 75°F 19.8° / 29.8° 226.2
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 19.9° / 29.9° 155.1
Lukula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,001 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,001 ft (610 m)
Area317.9 sq mi (823.3 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates-3.8688°N, 23.8835°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lubumbashi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.8"
70% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Nov 21, 2009.

Nov 20, 2009 110 km SW of Kindu, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 149 km
Nov 21, 2009 109 km SW of Kindu, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.4 146 km
Feb 4, 2009 116 km SW of Kindu, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.2 135 km
May 27, 2007 50 km N of Lodja, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.1 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 6.2 in
February 76°F (24°C) 6.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
July 74°F (24°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
September 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 7.9 in
November 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in Wettest
December 76°F (24°C) 7.9 in

Lukula has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 74°F in July to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Airports Near Lukula

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dikungu Airport-Small Airport
Dingele Airport-Small Airport
Katako'kombe Airport-Small Airport
Lodja AirportLJASmall Airport
Lodja Catholic Mission Airport-Small Airport
Tshumbe Airport-Small Airport
Wembo-Nyama Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lubumbashi

🇨🇩 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 Lukula

What is the population of Lukula?

Lukula has a population of 46,534 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 146 people per square mile, spread across 317.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lukula?

Lukula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.8 inches.

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