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Igunga, Tanzania

Tabora · Tanzania

Igunga is a mid-size city in Tabora, Tanzania with a population of 45,000. Elevation: 3,576 ft (1,090 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

45,000 Population 17/sq mi density
3,576 ft Elevation 1,090 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Igunga

Igunga

Igunga is one of the seven districts of the Tabora Region of Tanzania. It is bordered to the north by the Shinyanga Region, to the east by the Singida Region, to the south by the Uyui District and to the west by the Nzega District. Its administrative seat is the town of Igunga. Igunga is now divided into two constituencies: Igunga constituency and Manonga constituency, whereby Manonga town is Choma Chankola. Igunga is the second district in production

People

Population45,000
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation3,576 ft (1,090 m)
Population45,000
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation3,576 ft (1,090 m)
Coordinates-4.2833°, 33.8833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceTabora
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (745 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Igunga

Igunga is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Tabora) with a population of 45,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,576 feet (1,090 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Igunga

Igunga has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.3°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1261 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 16.2° / 30.3° 207.7
Feb 22.4°C / 72°F 15.9° / 29.7° 182.5
Mar 22.5°C / 73°F 15.9° / 29.9° 156.8
Apr 22.3°C / 72°F 15.7° / 29.5° 142.8
May 21.7°C / 71°F 13.9° / 29.5° 44.9
Jun 20.7°C / 69°F 12.4° / 29.6° 3.0
Jul 20.7°C / 69°F 11.3° / 30.3° 2.4
Aug 22.6°C / 73°F 12.8° / 33.2° 13.6
Sep 25°C / 77°F 15.2° / 35° 9.2
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 16.5° / 36.3° 35.2
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 16.6° / 35.4° 194.3
Dec 23.1°C / 74°F 16.3° / 31.2° 268.5
Igunga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,576 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above Tanzania avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,576 ft (1,090 m)
Area2,585.6 sq mi (6,696.8 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-4.2833°N, 33.8833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 30, 2025.

Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 146 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 116 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 140 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 113 km
May 29, 2002 17 km NE of Nyalikungu, Tanzania M4.9 134 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 38 km
Sep 20, 2011 11 km W of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.8 42 km
Oct 4, 2024 33 km NW of Itigi, Tanzania M4.7 144 km
Oct 7, 2009 55 km NE of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.7 104 km
Jan 17, 2025 8 km NW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.6 128 km
Oct 6, 2009 43 km NW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.6 112 km
May 25, 2025 7 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M4.6 137 km
Jul 30, 2025 8 km ESE of Basotu, Tanzania M4.6 141 km
Oct 26, 2009 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.6 112 km
Mar 17, 2025 17 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M4.6 142 km
Jan 20, 2023 30 km N of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.6 61 km
Feb 15, 2009 41 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.5 113 km
Feb 15, 2009 40 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.5 124 km
Aug 27, 2024 10 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M4.5 136 km
Apr 9, 2023 12 km S of Basotu, Tanzania M4.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in
February 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
March 76°F (24°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in Warmest
November 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 5.3 in

Igunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Igunga

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mwenge Primary School - - - -
Mwanzugi Primary School - - - -
Mgondamvela Primary School - - - -
Makomero Primary School - - - -
Jitegemee Primary School - - - -
Jisesa Primary School - - - -
Isugilo Primary School - - - -
Igunga Primary School - - - -
Ganyawa Primary School - - - -
Chipukizi Primary School - - - -
Buyumba Primary School - - - -
Azimio Primary School - - - -
MWANZUGI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
St. Leo English medium School - - - -
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Hotels in Igunga

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eva Lodge
Mount Kilimanjaro Lodge
Peak Lodge
Simba Garden Lodge

Clinics in Igunga

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bukama Dispensary
Mbutu Dispensary
Mwalala Dispensary
Mwanzugi Dispensary
Mwanzugi Rc Dispensary

Bus Stations in Igunga

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Igunga bus station
Nzega bus station

Gas Stations in Igunga

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GBP
Lake Oil

Airports Near Igunga

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golden Pride Mines Airport-Small Airport
Kirondatal Airport-Small Airport
Nkinga Airport-Small Airport
Shinyanga AirportSHYSmall Airport

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 Igunga

What is the population of Igunga?

Igunga has a population of 45,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 2,585.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Igunga?

Igunga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.

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