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Gamba, Tanzania

Zanzibar North · Tanzania

Gamba is a small town in Zanzibar North, Tanzania with a population of 3,644. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,644 Population 28/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
64.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population3,644
Density28/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population3,644
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates-5.9000°, 39.3000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceZanzibar North
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,633 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gamba

Gamba is a small town in Tanzania (Zanzibar North) with a population of 3,644. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Gamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area128.9 sq mi (333.8 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates-5.9000°N, 39.3000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.3"
69% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 15.55"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2023.

Jan 15, 2005 13 km SW of Gamba, Tanzania M5.0 13 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 139 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 136 km
Sep 8, 2015 59 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 149 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 110 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 97 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 122 km
Feb 25, 1992 67 km SE of Sokoni, Tanzania M4.5 132 km
Jun 9, 1997 Tanzania M4.4 54 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 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
February 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in
April 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in
June 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in

Gamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.6") and September the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Gamba

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Skuli ya Maandalizi na MsingiBandamaji Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya Maandalizi Chaani Kikongeni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziChutama Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziGamba Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKandwi Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKibeni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKibuyuni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKinduni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKinShule yasini Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMbuyu maji Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMgambo Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMkwajuni A Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMoga Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziPwani Mchangani Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya Msinga - - - -
Skuli ya Maandalizi na Msingichaani kikobweni Primary School - - - -
Chaani Primary School - - - -
Donge Karange Primary School - - - -
Donge Msingi Primary School - - - -
Donge Mtambile Primary School - - - -
Mahonda Primary School - - - -
Mkwajuni B Primary School - - - -
Mahonda Secondary School - - - -
Pwani Mchangani Secondary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKilimajuu Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya Msinga Karange - - - -
Skuli ya Sekondari ya Donge - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gamba

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Gamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coral Cave and Slave Chambers
Kibweni Palace Museum
mnarani turtles conservation ponds

Hotels in Gamba

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Fish Villa
Green View Villa
Miramont Zanzibar
Palumbo Mnemba View
SBH Kilindini Resort
Waridi Beach Resort
Zanzibar house
Zanzibar Magic Boutique

Restaurants in Gamba

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Fish
Kilimajuu Villages
Madiba
Minazi Restaurant
Msuri
Shadow Local Restaurant

Bus Stations in Gamba

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chaani Steni

Gas Stations in Gamba

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gapco
Petro
TZ #10855555972
TZ #31556937
TZ #7168614085
TZ #8171506818
TZ #8171507017

Airports Near Gamba

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Abeid Amani Karume International AirportZNZLarge Airport
Pemba AirportPMAMedium Airport
Kwajoni Airport-Small Airport
Mashado Airport-Small Airport
Matipwili Airport-Small Airport
Mkwaja Airport-Small Airport
Saadani Airport-Small Airport
Sanzale Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gamba

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mahonda Post Office

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 Gamba

What is the population of Gamba?

Gamba has a population of 3,644 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 128.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gamba?

Gamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches.

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