Kinshasa, DR Congo
Capital city · Population 16.0M
Kinshasa is the capital and the largest city in DR Congo with a population of approximately 16,000,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 5th largest city in the world, accounting for 14.18% of DR Congo's total population of 112.8M. Kinshasa is classified as a megacity and operates in the Africa/Kinshasa timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.4°C with 1,518 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 283 meters above sea level.
Population
16,000,000
Global Rank
#5
Country Rank
#1
% of DR Congo
14.18%
Avg Temperature
26.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,518 mm
Elevation
283 m
Timezone
Africa/Kinshasa
Kinshasa on the Map
Climate in Kinshasa
Kinshasa's warmest month is May and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Nov with 352 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
DR Congo at a Glance
Country Population
112,832,000
Capital
Kinshasa
Region
Middle Africa
Major Cities
39
GDP per Capita
$649
Life Expectancy
61.9 years
Urban Population
44.8%
Growth Rate
0.03%
Other Major Cities in DR Congo
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Kinshasa with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brazzaville | 1,982,000 | 8 km |
| Masina | 485,167 | 11 km |
| Inkisi | 115,317 | 94 km |
| Mbanza-Ngungu | 142,773 | 115 km |
| Nkayi | 103,000 | 225 km |
| Mbanza Kongo | 148,000 | 246 km |
| Bandundu Province | 202,904 | 255 km |
| Matadi | 425,662 | 265 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kinshasa?
The population of Kinshasa, DR Congo is approximately 16,000,000 people, making it the 5th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in DR Congo.
Is Kinshasa the capital of DR Congo?
Yes, Kinshasa is the capital of DR Congo.
What is the climate like in Kinshasa?
Kinshasa has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C and receives 1,518 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Kinshasa in?
Kinshasa is in the Africa/Kinshasa timezone.