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Itumba, Tanzania

Songwe · Tanzania

Itumba is a small city in Songwe, Tanzania with a population of 13,438. Elevation: 4,501 ft (1,372 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,438 Population 11/sq mi density
4,501 ft Elevation 1,372 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
52.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Itumba

Itumba

Itumba is an administrative ward in Ileje District, Songwe Region, Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 12,668. It is home to the Ndali people, who occupy that region of Tanzania and parts of Malawi.

People

Population13,438
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Population13,438
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Coordinates-9.4000°, 33.1833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSongwe
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation52.6 inches (1,335 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Itumba

Itumba is a small city in Tanzania (Songwe) with a population of 13,438. The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet (1,372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Itumba

Itumba 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 981 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 219.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 214.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 185.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 58.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 81.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 204.1
Itumba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above Tanzania avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Area1,174.6 sq mi (3,042.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4000°N, 33.1833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.6"
38% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.7 on May 16, 2025.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 105 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 98 km
Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 110 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 100 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 121 km
Aug 31, 2002 22 km WNW of Mlangali, Tanzania M5.2 129 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 102 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 114 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 115 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 107 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 98 km
May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 131 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 114 km
May 17, 1992 12 km NE of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 105 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 107 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 131 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 111 km
May 16, 2025 16 km WNW of Mbeya, Tanzania M4.7 66 km
Jan 17, 2018 50 km ESE of Laela, Tanzania M4.7 108 km
Aug 17, 2001 14 km E of Itumba, Tanzania M4.6 15 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 61 km
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 61 km
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 69 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 9.2 in
February 69°F (20°C) 8.7 in
March 69°F (20°C) 10.4 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 7.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest
November 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 8.9 in

Itumba has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 62°F in July to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.4") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Itumba

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaguru Primary School - - - -
ITUMBA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
NDOLA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
ILEJE SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Yenzebwe Primary School - - - -
Ibezya Primary School - - - -
Igumila Primary School - - - -
Ilulu Primary School - - - -
Ipapa Primary School - - - -
Ishenta Primary School - - - -
Isongole Primary School - - - -
Itumba Primary School - - - -
Izuba Primary School - - - -
NAKALULU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mchala Primary School - - - -
Mkumbukwa Primary School - - - -
Mlale Primary School - - - -
Mpakani Primary School - - - -
Msia Primary School - - - -
Ndola Primary School - - - -
Ntembo Primary School - - - -
nyerere Primary School - - - -
Rungwa Primary School - - - -
yenzebwe Primary School - - - -
Yuli Primary School - - - -
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Clinics in Itumba

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chabu Dispensary
Ileje Secondary Dispensary
Ishenta Dispensary
Isongole Dispensary
Izyira Dispensary
Msia Dispensary

Airports Near Itumba

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karonga AirportKGJMedium Airport
Songwe AirportMBIMedium Airport
Chitipa Airport-Small Airport
Mbeya 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 Itumba

What is the population of Itumba?

Itumba has a population of 13,438 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,174.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Itumba?

Itumba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches.

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