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Ilembo, Tanzania
Mbeya · Tanzania
Ilembo is a small town in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 2,607. Elevation: 6,411 ft (1,954 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ilembo
Ilembo is an administrative ward in the Mbeya Rural district of the Mbeya Region of Tanzania. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 13,440 people in the ward, from 17,391 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,607 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,411 ft (1,954 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2500°, 33.3833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mbeya |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.6 inches (1,386 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ilembo
Ilembo is a small town in Tanzania (Mbeya) with a population of 2,607. The city sits at an elevation of 6,411 feet (1,954 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,411 ft (1,954 m) |
| Area | 45.5 sq mi (117.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2500°N, 33.3833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 34 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 35 km |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 8.8 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 8.5 in |
Ilembo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 56°F in July to 66°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 54.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.7") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Ilembo
38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lali Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hazina Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dimbwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lubemba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyobo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shiringa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sheyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sapanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngulilo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndapwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilembo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Iwala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itega Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilomba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igwilizya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Italazya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| ILEMBO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| SHISYETE SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Mbawi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shisyete Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shilanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shigamba II Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shigamba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sayuma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ruanda II Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakasita Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shizuvi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbande Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbagala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masyeta Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masoko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Italazya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isyasya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isonso Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isongole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ilembo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Church Museum |
Farmers Markets in Ilembo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiwira Soko |
Clinics in Ilembo
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ilembo
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karonga Airport | KGJ | Medium Airport |
| Songwe Airport | MBI | Medium Airport |
| Chitipa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chunya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbeya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ilembo
What is the population of Ilembo?
Ilembo has a population of 2,607 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ilembo?
Ilembo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches.