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Chala, Tanzania

Rukwa · Tanzania

Chala is a small city in Rukwa, Tanzania with a population of 22,624. Elevation: 5,791 ft (1,765 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

22,624 Population 5/sq mi density
5,791 ft Elevation 1,765 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Chala

Chala

The Chala or "Coast" is one of the eight natural regions in Peru. It is formed by all the western lands that arise from sea level up to the height of 500 meters. The coastal desert of Peru is largely devoid of vegetation but a unique fog and mist-fed ecosystem called Lomas is scattered among hills near the Pacific coast as elevations up to 1,000 metres (3,300 ft).

People

Population22,624
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation5,791 ft (1,765 m)
Population22,624
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation5,791 ft (1,765 m)
Coordinates-7.5833°, 31.2667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceRukwa
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (927 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chala

Chala is a small city in Tanzania (Rukwa) with a population of 22,624. The city sits at an elevation of 5,791 feet (1,765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Chala

Chala has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (24.3°C), the coldest is Jun (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1432 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.4°C / 69°F 15.7° / 26.2° 321.2
Feb 20.7°C / 69°F 15.8° / 26.4° 202.4
Mar 20.8°C / 70°F 15.7° / 26.8° 222.7
Apr 20.4°C / 69°F 14.5° / 25.9° 137.3
May 19.3°C / 67°F 12.4° / 25.8° 25.7
Jun 18.2°C / 65°F 10.3° / 26.9° 2.6
Jul 18.6°C / 65°F 9.7° / 28.8° 1.8
Aug 21°C / 70°F 12.1° / 31.3° 7.8
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 14.7° / 32.8° 12.6
Oct 24.3°C / 76°F 16.4° / 33.5° 57.1
Nov 23°C / 73°F 16.6° / 33.1° 187.1
Dec 21.1°C / 70°F 16.2° / 27.8° 253.9
Chala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,791 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above Tanzania avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,791 ft (1,765 m)
Area4,443.3 sq mi (11,508.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-7.5833°N, 31.2667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 7.48"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 29, 2024.

Oct 2, 2000 15 km W of Nkove, Tanzania M6.5 75 km
Sep 21, 1997 26 km WNW of Kirando, Tanzania M5.9 102 km
Aug 18, 1994 55 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.9 56 km
May 7, 1999 47 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.6 47 km
Feb 20, 2002 44 km NE of Sumbawanga, Tanzania M5.5 70 km
Mar 21, 2019 54 km E of Sumbawanga, Tanzania M5.5 100 km
Sep 9, 2019 39 km WSW of Mpanda, Tanzania M5.4 137 km
Sep 26, 2009 20 km SW of Kirando, Tanzania M5.2 90 km
May 7, 1999 38 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.2 38 km
Jul 13, 2006 73 km E of Kaputa, Zambia M5.0 135 km
Jun 8, 2013 59 km NNE of Laela, Tanzania M4.9 114 km
Oct 5, 2000 37 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.8 97 km
Oct 7, 2000 19 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.8 79 km
Jul 13, 2001 42 km NW of Usevia, Tanzania M4.8 87 km
Apr 5, 2017 12 km SW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.7 74 km
Jan 11, 1998 24 km W of Nkove, Tanzania M4.7 82 km
Jan 8, 2014 21 km SSW of Mpanda, Tanzania M4.7 123 km
Feb 29, 2024 79 km WNW of Mpulungu, Zambia M4.7 144 km
May 22, 2007 29 km WSW of Mpanda, Tanzania M4.7 136 km
Oct 2, 2000 64 km W of Nkove, Tanzania M4.7 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 6.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in Warmest
November 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 7.5 in Wettest

Chala has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in July to 71°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Chala

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tambaruka Primary School - - - -
Ntatumbila Primary School - - - -
Ntanganyika Primary School - - - -
Londokazi Primary School - - - -
Kasu Primary School - - - -
Kacheche Primary School - - - -
Chalantai Primary School - - - -
Chala Primary School - - - -
Ntanganyika Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Chala

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

DJM lodge

Airports Near Chala

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iku Airport-Small Airport
Lwafi Airport-Small Airport
Mlele Airport-Small Airport
Sumbawanga AirportSUTSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parokia ya Chala

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 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 Chala

What is the population of Chala?

Chala has a population of 22,624 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,443.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chala?

Chala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.

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