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Ilula, Tanzania

Iringa · Tanzania

Ilula is a small city in Iringa, Tanzania with a population of 29,193. Elevation: 4,508 ft (1,374 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

29,193 Population 6/sq mi density
4,508 ft Elevation 1,374 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Ilula

Ilula is a town and ward in Kilolo District in the Iringa Region of Tanzania. The Ilula Hospital is located in the town. It is operated by a faith-based organization.

People

Population29,193
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Population29,193
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Coordinates-7.6766°, 36.0366°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceIringa
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (928 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ilula

Ilula is a small city in Tanzania (Iringa) with a population of 29,193. The city sits at an elevation of 4,508 feet (1,374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Ilula

Ilula has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 601 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 133.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 101.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 124.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 62.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 35.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 127.7
Ilula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,508 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above Tanzania avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Area4,776.7 sq mi (12,371.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-7.6766°N, 36.0366°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.48"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 5, 2018.

Aug 26, 2001 47 km SSE of Mafinga, Tanzania M4.6 87 km
Mar 5, 2018 70 km NNE of Mafinga, Tanzania M4.5 133 km
Oct 26, 2009 31 km NNE of Ilula, Tanzania M4.5 32 km
May 23, 2012 24 km NNE of Izazi, Tanzania M4.4 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 6.6 in
February 69°F (20°C) 6.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in Wettest
April 67°F (20°C) 5.4 in
May 65°F (19°C) 1.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Warmest
December 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in

Ilula has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.5") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Ilula

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Masukanzi Primary School - - - -
Igunga Primary School - - - -
Ikokoto Primary School - - - -
Ikuvala Primary School - - - -
Ilula Primary School - - - -
Imalutwa Primary School - - - -
Isoliwaya Primary School - - - -
Itungi Primary School - - - -
Kibaha Primary School - - - -
Kipaduka Primary School - - - -
Malendi Primary School - - - -
Mazombe Secondary School - - - -
Mazombe Primary School - - - -
Mtakuja Primary School - - - -
Mtua Primary School - - - -
Mwaya Primary School - - - -
Ng'osi Primary School - - - -
Tumaini Primary School - - - -
Umoja Primary School - - - -
Visada Primary School - - - -
Vitono Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Ilula

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mkami Guest House
Starcom Kitonga Comfort
Uzunguni Lodge

Gas Stations in Ilula

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #1484705950

Airports Near Ilula

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iringa AirportIRIMedium Airport
Ifakara Airport-Small Airport
Ifunda Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kibebe Airport-Small Airport
Mafinga Airport-Small Airport
Mngeta Airport-Small Airport
Mtera Airport-Small 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 Ilula

What is the population of Ilula?

Ilula has a population of 29,193 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 4,776.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ilula?

Ilula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.

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