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Katoro, Tanzania

Kagera · Tanzania

Katoro is a small city in Kagera, Tanzania with a population of 11,925. Elevation: 3,835 ft (1,169 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

11,925 Population 2/sq mi density
3,835 ft Elevation 1,169 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
57.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Katoro

Katogo is a town in the far north of Ivory Coast. It is a sub-prefecture of M'Bengué Department in Poro Region, Savanes District. Seven kilometres north of town is a border crossing with Mali.

People

Population11,925
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Population11,925
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Coordinates-1.3997°, 31.5003°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKagera
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation57.0 inches (1,448 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Katoro

Katoro is a small city in Tanzania (Kagera) with a population of 11,925. The city sits at an elevation of 3,835 feet (1,169 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Katoro

Katoro has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (22.2°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.3°C / 70°F 14.9° / 29.1° 96.4
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30° 118.4
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15.3° / 29.9° 139.1
Apr 20.9°C / 70°F 15.4° / 28° 217.2
May 20.9°C / 70°F 14.8° / 27.8° 82.4
Jun 20.7°C / 69°F 13.4° / 28.2° 19.7
Jul 20.9°C / 70°F 12.4° / 29.6° 14.6
Aug 22.1°C / 72°F 13.6° / 31° 57.6
Sep 22.2°C / 72°F 15.2° / 30.5° 96.6
Oct 21.6°C / 71°F 15.1° / 29.5° 142.5
Nov 20.8°C / 70°F 15.3° / 27.8° 166.0
Dec 21°C / 70°F 15.3° / 28.1° 117.3
Katoro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,835 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Tanzania avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Area6,094.2 sq mi (15,784.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-1.3997°N, 31.5003°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"
50% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 10.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M3.2 on Feb 26, 2021.

Sep 10, 2016 27 km ENE of Nsunga, Tanzania M5.9 43 km
Apr 29, 2017 22 km ENE of Kyaka, Tanzania M4.3 29 km
Dec 19, 2013 64 km E of Bukoba, Tanzania M4.3 99 km
Feb 26, 2021 10 km SE of Masaka, Uganda M3.2 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 6.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 10.4 in Wettest
May 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 6.6 in
December 69°F (21°C) 5.6 in

Katoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.4") and July the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Katoro

39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ruhunga Primary School
Mugajwale Primary School
Katoro Primary School
Buchurago Primary School
Bulembo Primary School
Kaleego Primary School
Mugajwale Primary School
Kyamulaile Primary School
Umoja Primary School
Omukarama Primary School
Butulage Primary School
Butulage secondary school
Kyamulaile Secondary School
LYAMAHORO SECONDARY SCHOOL
KATORO ISLAMIC SEMINARY
KALEMA SECONDARY SCHOOL
mjuga primary school
Katoro Islamic Seminary
Kaibanja Secondary School
Omukihisi Primary School
Ruhoko Primary School
Kashule primary
Buyaga primary
Kobunshwi 'B' Primary School
Ngarama Primary School
Kashule Primary School
Nyakigando Primary School
Kazinga Primary School
Musira Primary School
Kyenge Islamic Primary School
Lyamakoro Secondary School
Kaibanja Primary School
Kyenge Primary School
Kamuzora Primary School
Kiijongo Primary School
Ishembulilo Primary School
Kobunshwi Primary School
Mapinduzi Primary School
Kabalenzi Primary School
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Radio Stations near Katoro

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Mbiu news, sport MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Katoro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mushonge Museum
Ngaragara historical Site

Libraries in Katoro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Coro's Music Library0.0
longido0.0

Farmers Markets in Katoro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buyela market
Kamachumu shopping centre
Kasharu
Kituo cha mazao mbale
Nyakabanga market
Nyakibimbili

Clinics in Katoro

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ijuganyondo Dispensary
Katoro Health Centre
Kitahya Dispensary
Kyjange Dispensary
Nyankere Dispensary

Gas Stations in Katoro

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kasiziki local petrol

Airports Near Katoro

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bukoba AirportBKZSmall Airport
Ihanda AirstripSmall Airport
Kagera Sugar AirportSmall Airport
Mutukula AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Katoro

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Nyakabumba roman Catholic church

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 Katoro

What is the population of Katoro?

Katoro has a population of 11,925 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,094.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Katoro?

Katoro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.

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