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Ikwiriri, Tanzania

Pwani · Tanzania

Ikwiriri is a mid-size city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 45,000. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

45,000 Population 10/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population45,000
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population45,000
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-7.9562°, 38.9716°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (997 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ikwiriri

Ikwiriri is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Pwani) with a population of 45,000. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Ikwiriri

Ikwiriri has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.7°C), the coldest is Jun (23.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1558 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.9°C / 80°F 22.5° / 34.2° 241.2
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 22.2° / 33.3° 160.5
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 22.1° / 33.8° 250.7
Apr 25.8°C / 78°F 20.6° / 31.5° 327.8
May 24.3°C / 76°F 17.5° / 30.6° 120.2
Jun 23.4°C / 74°F 15.3° / 30.4° 20.2
Jul 23.6°C / 74°F 16° / 31.3° 14.5
Aug 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 33.1° 8.7
Sep 26.4°C / 80°F 20.1° / 34.8° 10.5
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 20.9° / 36.9° 116.9
Nov 27.7°C / 82°F 22° / 35.8° 124.8
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35° 162.2
Ikwiriri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area4,506.6 sq mi (11,672.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-7.9562°N, 38.9716°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
3% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

Apr 6, 1999 57 km S of Mbumi, Tanzania M4.9 61 km
Mar 19, 2017 Tanzania M4.9 93 km
Jan 19, 2008 19 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.8 138 km
Sep 8, 2015 59 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 131 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 122 km
Mar 3, 2018 52 km ESE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.7 99 km
Jun 3, 1999 57 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 73 km
Apr 15, 2020 45 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 61 km
Mar 18, 2024 29 km SSE of Mkuranga, Tanzania M4.5 80 km
Jul 15, 2023 67 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.3 103 km
May 17, 2014 42 km WNW of Utete, Tanzania M4.3 65 km
Apr 8, 2020 39 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.3 86 km
May 9, 2020 91 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.2 107 km
Jul 30, 2014 45 km NE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 138 km
Feb 2, 2020 86 km S of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 145 km
May 24, 2013 47 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.1 87 km
Aug 27, 2009 34 km ENE of Kisanga, Tanzania M3.9 129 km
Apr 3, 2003 110 km SW of Utete, Tanzania M3.7 131 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 1 212 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
February 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in

Ikwiriri has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Ikwiriri

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mayuyu Primary School
Umwe Primary School
Ukombozi Primary School
Ujamaa Primary School
Muungano Primary School
Mgomba Primary School
Mbunju Primary School
Masaki Primary School
Ikwiriri Primary School
Azimio Primary School
IKWIRIRI SECONDARY SCHOOL
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Gas Stations in Ikwiriri

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TZ #7013743748
TZ #7013743756

Airports Near Ikwiriri

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mafia AirportMFASmall Airport
Mchukwi Rufiji AirportSmall Airport
Songo Songo AirstripSmall Airport
Utete AirportSmall 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ikwiriri

What is the population of Ikwiriri?

Ikwiriri has a population of 45,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 4,506.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ikwiriri?

Ikwiriri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches.

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