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Issenye, Tanzania

Mara · Tanzania

Issenye is a small city in Mara, Tanzania with a population of 7,778. Elevation: 4,127 ft (1,258 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

7,778 Population 2/sq mi density
4,127 ft Elevation 1,258 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population7,778
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation4,127 ft (1,258 m)
Population7,778
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,127 ft (1,258 m)
Coordinates-2.0000°, 34.3333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMara
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Issenye

Issenye is a small city in Tanzania (Mara) with a population of 7,778. The city sits at an elevation of 4,127 feet (1,258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Issenye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,127 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,127 ft (1,258 m)
Area3,545.2 sq mi (9,182.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-2.0000°N, 34.3333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 4, 2022.

May 18, 2002 25 km ENE of Malya, Tanzania M5.5 121 km
May 29, 2002 17 km NE of Nyalikungu, Tanzania M4.9 129 km
Mar 11, 2021 27 km SSW of Tarime, Tanzania M4.8 49 km
Sep 4, 2022 11 km E of Butiama, Tanzania M4.4 41 km
Jun 16, 2010 21 km NNW of Mugumu, Tanzania M4.3 50 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km WSW of Magadi, Kenya M4.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (181 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 181 km
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in
April 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in

Issenye has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Issenye

Institution Type Founded Website
Rigicha secondary College

Schools in Issenye

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Makoroboi Primary School
Motukeri Primary School
Isenye Secondary School
Nagusi
Rigicha Secondary School
Kyandege Primary School
Manyangare Primary School
Tingilima Primary School
Iharara Primary School
Ketembere Primary School
Kono Primary School
Shule ya msingi rigicha
Maliwa Primary School
Motukeri Primary School
Nyamisingisi Primary School
Nyankomogo Primary School
Nyiberekera Primary School
Rigicha Primary School
Singisi Primary School
Wagete Primary School
Ketembere primary school
Ketembere primary school
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Radio Stations near Issenye

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Issenye

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Isenye Secondary School Library0.0
ISSECO Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Issenye

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Isenye Market
Issenye Market
Natta Main Market

Cafes in Issenye

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ISSECO Cafe
Mama Matinde Cafe
Maregesi Cafe
Mgahawa
Mgahawa
Mgahawa
Shaka mgahawa

Cinemas in Issenye

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annfield Football Hall

Clinics in Issenye

10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AISSECO Dispensary
Issenye Dispensary
KITEMBERE Dispensary
Mugeta kituo cha Afya
Natta Health Centre
Nyamisingisi Dispensary
Nyankomogo Dispensary
Rigicha Clinic
Rigicha Dispensary
Wagete Dispensary

Bus Stations in Issenye

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Natta Raha Booking Office
Pharmacy natta

Gas Stations in Issenye

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hesawa kitembere
Manjis Gas Station
Mosham
Slvery magesa orxy gas point
TZ #13446931405

Banks in Issenye

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CRDB Agent

Airports Near Issenye

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mara Serena Lodge AirstripMREMedium Airport
Alliance AirstripSmall Airport
Angama Mara AirportANASmall Airport
Buhemba AirportSmall Airport
Fort Ikoma AirportSmall Airport
Kichwa Tembo AirportKTJSmall Airport
Kirawira B AerodromeGTZSmall Airport
Kogatende AirstripSmall Airport
Lamai AirportSmall Airport
Mamarehe AirportSmall Airport
Mugumu AirportSmall Airport
Musiara AirstripMDRSmall Airport
Musoma AirportMUZSmall Airport
North Mara AirportSmall Airport
Sasakwa AirportSmall Airport
Seronera AirportSEUSmall Airport
Tarime AirportSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Issenye

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Serengeti National ParkNatural1981

Churches & Religious Organizations in Issenye

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AICT Church Ketembere
Issenye Church
Menonight Church, Iharara

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Issenye

Serengeti National Park
Natural · inscribed 1981
The vast plains of the Serengeti comprise 1.5 million ha of savannah. The annual migration to permanent water holes of vast herds of herbivores (wildebeest, gazelles and zebras), followed by their predators, is one of the most impressive natural events in the ...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Issenye

What is the population of Issenye?

Issenye has a population of 7,778 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,545.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Issenye?

Issenye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

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