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Chake Chake, Tanzania
Pemba South · Tanzania
Chake Chake is a mid-size city in Pemba South, Tanzania with a population of 52,047. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chake Chake
Chake-Chake is the administrative and commercial capital of the Tanzanian island of Pemba. The town is located within the Chake Chake District. It is in the centre of a deep indentation in the west coast called Chake-Chake Bay. In addition to being the capital, Chake-Chake is also the seat of Pemba's court. Pemba's only airport is 7km south-east of Chake-Chake. In 2022, the population of the Chake-Chake metropolitan area was 136,298.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,047 |
| Population Density | 458 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.2459°, 39.7666° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Pemba South |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,478 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chake Chake
Chake Chake is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Pemba South) with a population of 52,047. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Chake Chake
Chake Chake has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1137 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.8°F |
| 44% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 113.5 sq mi (294.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 458/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.2459°N, 39.7666°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | MOMBASA | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 10.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in |
Chake Chake has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.1") and August the driest (1.0").
Schools in Chake Chake
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonwe Ole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilindi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dodo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pujini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kipapo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Furaha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chanjaani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbuzini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masoud Aly Mohd Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shungi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Doctor Mpango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Al-swadiq Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya Maandalizi Ya Madungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya Maandalizi ya Kibokoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| ya Mtimbu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mavungwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kichuwani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birikau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Machomane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ditia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wesha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kijumbani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kangagani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mleteni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wawi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Uwandani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Michakaini A Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mgelema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Michungwani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ziwani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Michakaini B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Minungwini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vitongoji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vikunguni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tundauwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pondeani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pembeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'ambwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndagoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chanjamjawiri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chake Chake
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pemba History Museum |
Farmers Markets in Chake Chake
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chake Chake Market | |||||
| Qatar Market |
Hotels in Chake Chake
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chake Chake
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chake Chake
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chake Chake
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chake Chake
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chake Chake
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chake Chake
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pemba Airport | PMA | Medium Airport |
| Tanga Airport | TGT | Medium Airport |
| Funzi Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chake Chake
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid al-Khaliliy Miembeni Chake-Chake Pemba | |
| St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Chake Chake
1 places within 15 km
- • Mkama Ndume
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What is the population of Chake Chake?
Chake Chake has a population of 52,047 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 458 people per square mile, spread across 113.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chake Chake?
Chake Chake has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.