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Geita · Tanzania
Geita is a large city in Geita, Tanzania with a population of 318,006. Elevation: 4,160 ft (1,268 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Geita
Geita is a city and regional capital of Geita Region in northwestern Tanzania. The city is known for its gold trade. Geita, with a population of 318,006, is located in the centre of a gold mining area.
People
Climate
| Population | 318,006 |
| Population Density | 593 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,160 ft (1,268 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.8725°, 32.2325° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Geita |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.6 inches (1,005 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Geita
Geita is a large city in Tanzania (Geita) with a population of 318,006. The city sits at an elevation of 4,160 feet (1,268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Geita
Geita has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Sep (24.5°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1486 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,160 ft (1,268 m) |
| Area | 535.9 sq mi (1,387.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 593/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.8725°N, 32.2325°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in |
Geita has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 70°F in July to 73°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Geita
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Hill Teacher's college | College | — | — |
| Veta Geita | College | — | — |
Schools in Geita
69+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samina Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mseto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatulole Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nguzombili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakabale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyankumbu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyantindili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyantorotoro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyanza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpomvu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tumaini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ukombozi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Umoja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uwanja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Zanzui Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Waja girls secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Nyanza Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| KIVUKONI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Kambarage Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyanza Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| KIVUKONI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| GEITA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Ftm English Medium Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bombambili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Geita Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikulwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kalangalala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| GEITA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Kivukoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kukuluma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukaranga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapinduzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbabani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbugani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mkoani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyantorotoro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpomvu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mseto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatulole Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nguzombili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakabale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakahengele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyankumbu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyantindili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mkoani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyanza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Samina Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tumaini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ukombozi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Umoja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uwanja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Zanzui Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaseni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ftm English Medium Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Iponyamakalai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bombambili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buhalahala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Geita Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikulwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kalangalala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kambarage Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Waja girls secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Kivukoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kukuluma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukaranga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapinduzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbabani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbugani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Geita
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Geita
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Geita
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Geita
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Geita
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Geita
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Geita
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Geita
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Geita
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mwanza International Airport | MWZ | Large 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 |
Post Offices in Geita
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post office Geita | |
| Post office Geita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Geita
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Africa Inland Church Tanzania (AICT) Geita | |
| Africa Inland Church Tanzania (AICT) Geita | |
| Anglicana Geita | |
| Anglicana Geita | |
| jimbo kuu geita | |
| jimbo kuu geita | |
| roman catholic | |
| roman catholic | |
| Roman Catholic central church | |
| Roman Catholic central church |
Quick Facts
Around Geita
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇿 About Tanzania
Frequently Asked Questions About Geita
What is the population of Geita?
Geita has a population of 318,006 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 593 people per square mile, spread across 535.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Geita?
Geita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.