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Chato, Tanzania
Geita · Tanzania
Chato is a small city in Geita, Tanzania with a population of 30,000. Elevation: 3,773 ft (1,150 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Chato
Chato is a town in Geita Region of northwestern Tanzania, and a port on the southern end of Lake Victoria. It is the administrative centre for Chato District.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,000 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,773 ft (1,150 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.6378°, 31.7669° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Geita |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (932 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chato
Chato is a small city in Tanzania (Geita) with a population of 30,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,773 feet (1,150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Chato
Chato has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Sep (24.9°C), the coldest is Jul (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,773 ft (1,150 m) |
| Area | 1,750.7 sq mi (4,534.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.6378°N, 31.7669°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in |
Chato has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in July to 74°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Chato
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukumbo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyandago Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bupadwashimba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kanyama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katemi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magufuli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbuye Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkuyuni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpogoloni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kalema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muungano Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyakakarango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyang'omango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rubambangwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ujamaa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Zanzibar Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bwina Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chato Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chato B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kahumo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Chato
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chato
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chato
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chato
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chato
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Biharamulo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buckreef Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulyanhulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chato/Geita Airport | GTC | Small Airport |
| Mawemeru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mchauru Airport | GIT | Small Airport |
| Rubondo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tulawaka Gold Mine Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chato
What is the population of Chato?
Chato has a population of 30,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,750.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chato?
Chato has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.