Goma
Goma is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, on the northern shore of Lake Kivu, built largely on ancient lava flows from the Virunga volcanic range. Mount Nyiragongo, an active volcano, rises close to the north. The city hosts the annual Amani Festival and the cultural centre Foyer Culturel de Goma, and sits on the edge of Virunga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its recent history has been shaped by conflict, including ongoing instability as of early 2025.
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- Nearest water from center 2.9 km1.8 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 2.5 km1.5 mi
Goma: quick answers
Where is Goma?
Goma is in Rwanda.
How do you get to Goma?
The nearest airport is Goma (GOM), about 12 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Goma?
The warmest month is February, averaging 22°C71°F across day and night; the coolest is November, at 21°C69°F. The wettest month is November, with about 420 mm16.5 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Goma?
OpenStreetMap lists 7 restaurants and 7 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.