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Bungu, Tanzania

Pwani · Tanzania

Bungu is a small city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 27,873. Elevation: 535 ft (163 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

27,873 Population 15/sq mi density
535 ft Elevation 163 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population27,873
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Population27,873
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Coordinates-7.6337°, 39.0582°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation44.2 inches (1,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bungu

Bungu is a small city in Tanzania (Pwani) with a population of 27,873. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet (163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Bungu

Bungu has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.4°C), the coldest is Jun (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1584 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 22.6° / 33.9° 220.2
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 22.1° / 33.6° 142.8
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 21.9° / 34.3° 227.4
Apr 25.7°C / 78°F 20.7° / 31.4° 307.4
May 24.3°C / 76°F 18° / 30.4° 155.7
Jun 23.5°C / 74°F 15.5° / 30.6° 26.0
Jul 23.9°C / 75°F 16.4° / 32° 19.0
Aug 25.3°C / 78°F 18.1° / 33.8° 12.4
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 20° / 35.4° 16.1
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 20.5° / 37.2° 120.6
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 21.6° / 35.2° 166.6
Dec 27.1°C / 81°F 21.9° / 34.1° 169.8
Bungu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area1,882.5 sq mi (4,875.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-7.6337°N, 39.0582°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 11.14"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

Mar 19, 2017 Tanzania M4.9 116 km
Apr 6, 1999 57 km S of Mbumi, Tanzania M4.9 91 km
Jan 19, 2008 19 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.8 142 km
Sep 8, 2015 59 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 101 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 88 km
Mar 3, 2018 52 km ESE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.7 102 km
Jun 3, 1999 57 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 108 km
Apr 15, 2020 45 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 96 km
Feb 25, 1992 67 km SE of Sokoni, Tanzania M4.5 125 km
Mar 18, 2024 29 km SSE of Mkuranga, Tanzania M4.5 45 km
Jun 9, 1997 Tanzania M4.4 143 km
May 17, 2014 42 km WNW of Utete, Tanzania M4.3 77 km
Jul 15, 2023 67 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.3 117 km
Apr 8, 2020 39 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.3 65 km
May 9, 2020 91 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.2 142 km
Jul 30, 2014 45 km NE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 127 km
May 24, 2013 47 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.1 62 km
Aug 27, 2009 34 km ENE of Kisanga, Tanzania M3.9 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Hidaya Category 1 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 3.8 in
February 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in Warmest
March 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
April 80°F (26°C) 11.1 in Wettest
May 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in
June 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in
November 80°F (26°C) 3.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.6 in

Bungu has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (11.1") and August the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Bungu

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mkwandara Primary School - - - -
MLANZI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Banduka Primary School - - - -
Bungu Primary School - - - -
Hanga Primary School - - - -
Kibwibwi Primary School - - - -
Kimbendu Primary School - - - -
Kinyamale Primary School - - - -
Mangombela Primary School - - - -
Mjawa Primary School - - - -
Uponda Primary School - - - -
Mlanzi Primary School - - - -
Motomoto Primary School - - - -
Msafiri Primary School - - - -
Nyakaumbanga Primary School - - - -
Nyambili Primary School - - - -
Nyamwimbe Primary School - - - -
Pagae Primary School - - - -
Roja Primary School - - - -
Songas Primary School - - - -
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Gas Stations in Bungu

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #7013743759

Airports Near Bungu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amani Beach Airport-Small Airport
Mafia AirportMFASmall Airport
Mchukwi Rufiji Airport-Small Airport
Ras Kutani Airport-Small Airport
Utete Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation
163 m (535 ft)

🇹🇿 About Tanzania

Capital Dodoma
Population 56,318,348
Area 945,087 km²
GDP (USD) $79,030,935,627
GDP per capita $1,224
HDI 0.532
Life expectancy 67.0 years
Internet users 29.1%
Urban population 35.5%
Currency TZS (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +255
TLD .tz
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bungu

What is the population of Bungu?

Bungu has a population of 27,873 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,882.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bungu?

Bungu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches.

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