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Chiungutwa, Tanzania
Mtwara · Tanzania
Chiungutwa is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 12,764. Elevation: 879 ft (268 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 12,764 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.8833°, 38.9833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mtwara |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.1 inches (942 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chiungutwa
Chiungutwa is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 12,764. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet (268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Chiungutwa
Chiungutwa has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (29°C), the coldest is Jul (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2002 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 2,807.7 sq mi (7,271.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.8833°N, 38.9833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in |
Chiungutwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in June to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.9") and August the driest (0.1").
Schools in Chiungutwa
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisanji Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| CHIUNGUTWA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Mlundelunde Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lisanje Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Huwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masuguru Mtenga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbuyuni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpulima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chilimba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nanjota Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Miungo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| namikunda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tuleane Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chipembe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chiungutwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpeta Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lupaso Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makanyama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Milunda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Majembendago Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mlundelunde Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Chiungutwa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chiungutwa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Masasi Airport | XMI | Small Airport |
| Nachingwea Airport | NCH | Small Airport |
| Nangade Airport | NND | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chiungutwa?
Chiungutwa has a population of 12,764 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,807.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chiungutwa?
Chiungutwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches.