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Matadi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Bas-Congo · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Matadi is a large city in Bas-Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 425,662. Elevation: 600 ft (183 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matadi
Matadi is the chief sea port of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the capital of the Kongo Central province, adjacent to the border with Angola. It had a population of 245,862 (2004). Matadi is situated on the left bank of the Congo River, 148 km (92 mi) from the mouth and 8 km (5.0 mi) below the last navigable point before the rapids that make the river impassable for a long stretch upriver.
People
Climate
| Population | 425,662 |
| Population Density | 1,344 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.8386°, 13.4631° |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
| Country | 🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| State / Province | Bas-Congo |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matadi
Matadi is a large city in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Bas-Congo) with a population of 425,662. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet (183 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Kinshasa.
Climate in Matadi
Matadi 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 1013 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Democratic Republic of the Congo avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,344/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.8386°N, 13.4631°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Kinshasa |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in |
Matadi has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Matadi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISIPA | College | - | , |
| ISITA MATADI | University | - | , |
| ISSI | College | - | , |
| ISSI MATADI | College | - | , |
| ISTM MATADI | College | - | , |
Schools in Matadi
72+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Sacre coeur | - | - | - | - |
| CS Junior | - | - | - | - |
| CS Mavinga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole HOREB | - | - | - | - |
| CS Nsadisi | - | - | - | - |
| CS Blanche Neige | - | - | - | - |
| CS Cité Bethel | - | - | - | - |
| EP 1, 2 Mabeki | - | - | - | - |
| Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| CS Micel Chaon | - | - | - | - |
| Sainte Marie | - | - | - | - |
| DMNA | - | - | - | - |
| EBNM Nsakala Nsimba | - | - | - | - |
| CS Matadi mayo | - | - | - | - |
| MVUKUSI | - | - | - | - |
| MABEKI | - | - | - | - |
| Collège de l'Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Ntetembwa | - | - | - | - |
| EP VIVI | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUT ZOLASANA et SALONGO | - | - | - | - |
| ITCOM SOYO | - | - | - | - |
| Chrisco | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Lisanga | - | - | - | - |
| Groupe scolaire Vuvu Kieto | - | - | - | - |
| EP 1, 2 Vuvu Kieto | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ntetembwa | - | - | - | - |
| École catholique | - | - | - | - |
| CS Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| ITP Matadi | - | - | - | - |
| ITP MATADI | - | - | - | - |
| ITP MANGITUKUA | - | - | - | - |
| EP1 MIKONDO | - | - | - | - |
| Don Samuel 2 | - | - | - | - |
| la Colombe | - | - | - | - |
| The Winner Scool | - | - | - | - |
| CS Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Sacre coeur | - | - | - | - |
| CS Junior | - | - | - | - |
| CS Mavinga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole HOREB | - | - | - | - |
| CS Nsadisi | - | - | - | - |
| CS Blanche Neige | - | - | - | - |
| CS Cité Bethel | - | - | - | - |
| EP 1, 2 Mabeki | - | - | - | - |
| Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| CS Micel Chaon | - | - | - | - |
| Sainte Marie | - | - | - | - |
| DMNA | - | - | - | - |
| EBNM Nsakala Nsimba | - | - | - | - |
| CS Matadi mayo | - | - | - | - |
| MVUKUSI | - | - | - | - |
| MABEKI | - | - | - | - |
| Collège de l'Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Ntetembwa | - | - | - | - |
| EP VIVI | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUT ZOLASANA et SALONGO | - | - | - | - |
| ITCOM SOYO | - | - | - | - |
| Chrisco | - | - | - | - |
| Institut Lisanga | - | - | - | - |
| Groupe scolaire Vuvu Kieto | - | - | - | - |
| EP 1, 2 Vuvu Kieto | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Primaire Ntetembwa | - | - | - | - |
| École catholique | - | - | - | - |
| CS Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| ITP Matadi | - | - | - | - |
| ITP MATADI | - | - | - | - |
| ITP MANGITUKUA | - | - | - | - |
| EP1 MIKONDO | - | - | - | - |
| Don Samuel 2 | - | - | - | - |
| la Colombe | - | - | - | - |
| The Winner Scool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Matadi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Matadi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisanga | 0.0 |
Hotels in Matadi
25 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Matadi
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Matadi
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Matadi
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Matadi
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matadi
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matadi
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Matadi
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Matadi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boma Airport | BOA | Small Airport |
| Emilio de Carvalho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mvula Sanda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tshimpi Airport | MAT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Matadi
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| DHL | |
| Maersk | |
| Maersk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matadi
51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CADC Goria | |
| CADC Goria | |
| Cathédrale | |
| Cathédrale | |
| Catholique | |
| Catholique | |
| CBCO SAFARI | |
| CBCO SAFARI | |
| CEC Mpozo | |
| CEC Mpozo | |
| CFMC / Maman Olangi | |
| CFMC / Maman Olangi | |
| CHRISCO | |
| CHRISCO | |
| Complexe missionnaire | |
| DIEU DE SIKATENDA | |
| DIEU DE SIKATENDA | |
| DMNA | |
| DMNA | |
| EBNM Nsakala nsimba |
Quick Facts
Around Matadi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇩 About Democratic Republic of the Congo
Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Matadi
What is the population of Matadi?
Matadi has a population of 425,662 residents and is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The population density is 1,344 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matadi?
Matadi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.