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Igugunu, Tanzania

Singida · Tanzania

Igugunu is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 22,810. Elevation: 4,514 ft (1,376 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

22,810 Population 18/sq mi density
4,514 ft Elevation 1,376 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
27.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Igugunu

Iguguno is an administrative ward in the Mkalama District of the Singida Region of Tanzania. The town is popular business center for crops like cereals and sunflower. It is arguably the most developed town in the district. There are a few schools both primary and secondary in the town. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 21,548 people in the ward, from 25,860 in 2012.

People

Population22,810
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)
Population22,810
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)
Coordinates-4.5667°, 34.6333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation27.7 inches (703 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Igugunu

Igugunu is a small city in Tanzania (Singida) with a population of 22,810. The city sits at an elevation of 4,514 feet (1,376 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Igugunu

Igugunu has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1229 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 29.6° 198.1
Feb 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 29.3° 178.9
Mar 21.7°C / 71°F 15.3° / 29.3° 154.2
Apr 21.4°C / 70°F 14.9° / 28.8° 144.5
May 20.7°C / 69°F 13.5° / 28.5° 42.9
Jun 19.8°C / 68°F 12.1° / 28.4° 2.7
Jul 19.6°C / 67°F 10.6° / 28.9° 2.3
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 12.2° / 31.6° 13.3
Sep 23.3°C / 74°F 14° / 33.3° 7.2
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 15.1° / 34.6° 35.9
Nov 23.7°C / 75°F 15.8° / 33.7° 191.0
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 15.7° / 30.6° 258.6
Igugunu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,514 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Tanzania avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,514 ft (1,376 m)
Area1,239.5 sq mi (3,210.3 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-4.5667°N, 34.6333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.7"
27% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

110 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Aug 8, 2023 39 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.5 104 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 137 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 146 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 79 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 76 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 150 km
Sep 5, 2023 37 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.1 102 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 73 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 54 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 71 km
Feb 17, 2023 30 km N of Kintinku, Tanzania M5.0 133 km
Feb 16, 2023 43 km N of Kilimatinde, Tanzania M4.9 107 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 127 km
Apr 14, 2023 26 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.9 90 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 90 km
Dec 21, 1996 43 km SW of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.8 124 km
Aug 8, 2023 23 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.8 88 km
Mar 22, 2016 19 km SE of Galappo, Tanzania M4.8 149 km
Sep 20, 2011 11 km W of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.8 52 km
Oct 4, 2024 33 km NW of Itigi, Tanzania M4.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.5 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
March 71°F (22°C) 4.9 in
April 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
December 72°F (22°C) 5.3 in

Igugunu has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in July to 73°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Igugunu

35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lukomo Primary School
Sophia Primary School
Senene Primary School
Nyeri Primary School
Mwandu Primary School
Mpako Primary School
Mnolo Primary School
Milade Primary School
lyelembo Primary School
St.Marie Eugene Primary School
Kitumbili Primary School
Kinyangiri Primary School
Iguguno Primary School
Ibololo Primary School
Ntondo Primary School
IGUGUNO SECONDARY SCHOOL
UGHANDI SECONDARY SCHOOL
MSISI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Ughandi Primary School
UGHANDI SECONDARY SCHOOL
MSISI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Tumuli Primary School
Tumuli Primary School
Ughandi B Primary School
Ughandi B Primary School
Muungano Primary School
Munyu Primary School
IGUGUNO SECONDARY SCHOOL
Semfuru Primary School
Ntondo Primary School
Nkwae Primary School
Muhuvi Primary School
Msisi Primary School
Laghanida Primary School
Tumuli Primary School
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Radio Stations near Igugunu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ImbaNasi MP3

Libraries in Igugunu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0

Farmers Markets in Igugunu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit Market (Soko La Mtunda)

Hotels in Igugunu

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

new africa lodge

Clinics in Igugunu

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iguguno Dispensary
Iguguno R.C Dispensary
Kinyangiri Health Centre
Lyelembo Dispensary
Maluga Dispensary
Nkwae
Ughandi B village dispensary

Airports Near Igugunu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gorimba AirportSmall Airport
Haidom AirportSmall Airport
Handa AirportSmall Airport
Kirondatal AirportSmall Airport
Singida AirportSmall Airport
Yaeda AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Igugunu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Maailmanlopun bileet
Mosque
Mosque

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 Igugunu

What is the population of Igugunu?

Igugunu has a population of 22,810 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 1,239.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Igugunu?

Igugunu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches.

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