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Isaka, Tanzania
Shinyanga · Tanzania
Isaka is a small city in Shinyanga, Tanzania with a population of 21,094. Elevation: 3,940 ft (1,201 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Isaka
Isaka is a small town and station on the narrow-gauge Mwanza railway line of Tanzania which connects to the seaport of Dar es Salaam.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,094 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,940 ft (1,201 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.9000°, 32.9333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Shinyanga |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (823 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Isaka
Isaka is a small city in Tanzania (Shinyanga) with a population of 21,094. The city sits at an elevation of 3,940 feet (1,201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Isaka
Isaka has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.8°C), the coldest is Jun (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1363 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,940 ft (1,201 m) |
| Area | 1,583.8 sq mi (4,102.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.9000°N, 32.9333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Igwisi Hills | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,146 m (3,760 ft) | -10450 | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Isaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 71°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Isaka
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| IGUSULE SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| SIGILI SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| ISAKA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Ilalo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igusule Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulambuka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Iboja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sungamile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kigwang'hona Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bandari Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itogwanholo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwakata Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwashigini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nhumbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shishinulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Isaka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| market |
Clinics in Isaka
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Isaka
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Isaka
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Isaka
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bulyanhulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Golden Pride Mines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kahama Airstrip | KBH | Small Airport |
| Mwadui Airport | MWN | Small Airport |
| Nkinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shinyanga Airport | SHY | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Isaka
What is the population of Isaka?
Isaka has a population of 21,094 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,583.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Isaka?
Isaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.