Weather & Climate in Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kalemie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet.
Temperature
74°F Jan (23°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,582 ft (787 m) |
| Area | 77.6 sq mi (201.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,893/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9475°S, 29.1947°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
40 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Mar 28, 2007 | 63 km SE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.8 | 64 km | 8 km |
| Nov 14, 2009 | 66 km W of Karema, Tanzania | M5.4 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 62 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.3 | 63 km | 26 km |
| Mar 28, 1998 | 37 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.3 | 38 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 2017 | 83 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.3 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Nov 14, 2009 | 68 km W of Karema, Tanzania | M5.3 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Apr 10, 2003 | 55 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M5.1 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 2009 | 65 km WNW of Karema, Tanzania | M5.0 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Nov 12, 1994 | 59 km WSW of Karema, Tanzania | M4.9 | 137 km | 22 km |
| Dec 15, 2000 | 67 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.9 | 68 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2024 | 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania | M4.8 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Aug 4, 2023 | 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania | M4.8 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 1999 | 34 km NNE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.8 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Jun 10, 2006 | 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania | M4.7 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 10, 2002 | 44 km SSW of Uvinza, Tanzania | M4.7 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Nov 21, 1997 | 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania | M4.7 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 70 km W of Karema, Tanzania | M4.7 | 118 km | 25 km |
| Sep 23, 2023 | 56 km SSE of Kigoma, Tanzania | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Dec 25, 2012 | 60 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.7 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 2006 | 76 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo | M4.6 | 76 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in |
Kalemie has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.1").