Rainiest Cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Top 100 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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All Countries · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Rainiest Cities — Democratic Republic of the Congo

1 Bukavu 12 87.8"

2 Kabare 12 87.8"

3 Boende 31 83.7"

4 Isiro 16 80.2"

5 Bolenge 02 77.4"

6 Wamba 16 76.2"

7 Basankusu 02 74.7"

8 Binga 25 71.8"

9 Yangambi 30 70.6"

10 Mbandaka 02 70.4"

11 Inongo 24 70.3"

12 Basoko 30 69.6"

13 Bumba 25 69.4"

14 Babamba 30 68.3"

15 Lisala 25 68.2"

16 Kisangani 30 68.0"

17 Lukolela 02 68.0"

18 Businga 26 67.2"

19 Gemena 28 67.1"

20 Bakwa 16 67.1"

21 Bondo 13 67.0"

22 Isamba 18 66.9"

23 Lodja 27 66.1"

24 Libenge 28 66.1"

25 Gbadolite 26 66.0"

26 Ilebo 18 65.8"

27 Bosobolo 26 65.5"

28 Watsa 16 65.5"

29 Aketi 13 65.2"

30 Mwene-Ditu 21 65.1"

31 Lukula 27 64.8"

32 Kampene 10 64.6"

33 Buta 13 64.4"

34 Dibaya-Lubwe 20 63.9"

35 Idiofa 20 63.7"

36 Dungu 24 63.4"

37 Mweka 18 63.4"

38 Bolobo 24 63.4"

39 Luputa 21 63.2"

40 Mangai 20 62.9"

41 Lusambo 27 62.5"

42 Bandundu Province 20 61.6"

43 Miabi 04 61.4"

44 Kabeya-Kamwanga 04 61.0"

45 Kutu 24 61.0"

46 Demba 23 60.9"

47 Luebo 18 60.4"

48 Zongo 28 60.4"

49 Kananga 23 60.3"

50 Mbuji-Mayi 04 59.7"

51 Mushie 24 59.6"

52 Butembo 11 59.1"

53 Katwa 11 59.1"

54 Kikwit 20 59.1"

55 Uvira 12 58.9"

56 Masi-Manimba 20 58.6"

57 Beni 11 58.5"

58 Kanyama 15 58.4"

59 Bulungu 20 58.2"

60 Sake 11 57.8"

61 Nioki 24 57.5"

62 Kindu 10 57.4"

63 Kasongo-Lunda 19 57.2"

64 Kinshasa 06 57.2"

65 Gandajika 21 56.7"

66 Lubero 11 56.3"

67 Hyosha 11 56.2"

68 Masina 06 56.2"

69 Kabinda 21 56.1"

70 Kasongo 10 56.0"

71 Inkisi 08 55.9"

72 Mangina 11 55.5"

73 Tshikapa 18 55.3"

74 Mbanza-Ngungu 08 54.4"

75 Kasangulu 08 54.2"

76 Tshilenge 22 54.0"

77 Kirumba 11 52.8"

78 Aru 17 52.5"

79 Mangbwalu 17 52.4"

80 Mwene 22 52.4"

81 Bunia 17 51.8"

82 Djugu 17 51.5"

83 Lubao 21 51.3"

84 Malemba 22 51.2"

85 Goma 11 51.0"

86 Kamina 15 50.3"

87 Kolwezi 22 50.2"

88 Kongolo 29 49.4"

89 Kayna 11 48.3"

90 Mokambo 14 48.1"

91 Rutshuru 11 48.0"

92 Kambove 14 47.7"

93 Kimpese 08 47.6"

94 Kipushi 14 47.5"

95 Tshela 08 47.5"

96 Likasi 14 46.7"

97 Kalima 29 46.4"

98 Fungurume 22 45.9"

99 Kabalo 29 45.3"

100 Nyunzu 29 44.9"

The rainiest cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Bukavu leads with 87.8 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Bukavu receives 87.8" of precipitation annually — that's about 7.3 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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