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Ilongero, Tanzania
Singida · Tanzania
Ilongero is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 17,342. Elevation: 5,279 ft (1,609 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ilongero
Ilongero is an administrative ward in the Singida Rural district of the Singida Region of Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 16,435.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,342 |
| Population Density | 806 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.6667°, 34.8667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Singida |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (679 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ilongero
Ilongero is a small city in Tanzania (Singida) with a population of 17,342. The city sits at an elevation of 5,279 feet (1,609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Ilongero
Ilongero has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Oct (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1249 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,279 ft (1,609 m) |
| Area | 21.5 sq mi (55.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 806/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.6667°N, 34.8667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in |
Ilongero has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ilongero
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idanga'du Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinyeto Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinyagigi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kihunadi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kambarage Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itamka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilongero Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igauri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ifombou Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madamigha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Al-Farouq Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Merya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mrama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| ILONGERO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| MRAMA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| NTONGE SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| NYERI SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| KINYETO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Mwahango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| MRAMA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| NYERI SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| NTONGE SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| KINYETO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Songambele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekoutoure Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakiti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakabiji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| ILONGERO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Mvae Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Msimihi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mrama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkimbii Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mitula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mfumbu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Merya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makhandi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ilongero
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ImbaNasi | - | MP3 |
Libraries in Ilongero
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa) | 0.0 | |||||
| Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ilongero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit Market (Soko La Mtunda) | |||||
| Main Market (Soko Kuu/Kubwa) |
Clinics in Ilongero
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ilongero
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ilongero
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Liti Stadium |
Airports Near Ilongero
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gorimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haidom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Handa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirondatal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Singida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yaeda Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ilongero?
Ilongero has a population of 17,342 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 806 people per square mile, spread across 21.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ilongero?
Ilongero enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.