Basotu, Tanzania
Manyara · Tanzania
Basotu is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 20,937. Elevation: 5,279 ft (1,609 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,937 |
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.3667°, 35.0833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Manyara |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.2 inches (692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Basotu
Basotu is a small city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 20,937. The city sits at an elevation of 5,279 feet (1,609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Basotu
Basotu has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Oct (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1249 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.3667°S, 35.0833°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in |
Basotu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 61°F in July to 69°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Basotu
15 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munyungura Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mulbadaw Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mughuchi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ghairo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Getabal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Garawja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Endamudayga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Diling'ang Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dang'aida Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dabaschand Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bassotu B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bassodesh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mulbadaw Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| BASSOTU SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Basotu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ImbaNasi | - | MP3 |
Clinics in Basotu
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Basotu
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Endanyawish Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gorimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haidom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Handa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harbanget Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirondatal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kondoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Singida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yaeda Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Basotu
What is the population of Basotu?
Basotu has a population of 20,937 residents and is located in Tanzania..
What is the weather like in Basotu?
Basotu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.
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