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Kibakwe, Tanzania

Dodoma · Tanzania

Kibakwe is a small city in Dodoma, Tanzania with a population of 19,526. Elevation: 3,717 ft (1,133 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

19,526 Population 5/sq mi density
3,717 ft Elevation 1,133 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
27.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kibakwe

Kibakwe is an administrative ward in the Mpwapwa district of the Dodoma Region of Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 18,521.

People

Population19,526
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation3,717 ft (1,133 m)
Population19,526
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,717 ft (1,133 m)
Coordinates-6.7167°, 36.3667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceDodoma
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (696 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kibakwe

Kibakwe is a small city in Tanzania (Dodoma) with a population of 19,526. The city sits at an elevation of 3,717 feet (1,133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kibakwe

Kibakwe has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.3°C), the coldest is Jun (18.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1185 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 17° / 30° 243.3
Feb 22.2°C / 72°F 16.6° / 29.2° 190.6
Mar 22°C / 72°F 16° / 29° 184.4
Apr 21.3°C / 70°F 15.4° / 27.9° 124.0
May 20°C / 68°F 12.9° / 27.5° 44.0
Jun 18.9°C / 66°F 11° / 27.3° 15.2
Jul 18.9°C / 66°F 10.1° / 28.3° 14.2
Aug 20.4°C / 69°F 11.7° / 30.5° 9.0
Sep 22.5°C / 72°F 13.6° / 32.3° 3.2
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 15.4° / 34.4° 24.4
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 16.7° / 34.4° 84.8
Dec 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 32.4° 248.2
Kibakwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,717 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Tanzania avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,717 ft (1,133 m)
Area3,697.7 sq mi (9,577.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-6.7167°N, 36.3667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.1 on May 5, 2024.

Nov 4, 2002 58 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.5 138 km
Mar 6, 2008 62 km SSE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.4 150 km
Jul 13, 2016 60 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.1 141 km
Jun 14, 2003 59 km WSW of Kibaya, Tanzania M5.1 138 km
Nov 4, 2002 30 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.9 109 km
Aug 26, 2001 36 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.8 115 km
Oct 13, 2002 64 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.7 148 km
Mar 19, 1991 46 km ENE of Kintinku, Tanzania M4.7 135 km
Mar 25, 2001 42 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.6 125 km
Jul 16, 2007 57 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.6 141 km
Jan 20, 2003 50 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.6 131 km
Mar 5, 2018 70 km NNE of Mafinga, Tanzania M4.5 111 km
Oct 26, 2009 31 km NNE of Ilula, Tanzania M4.5 81 km
Sep 26, 2012 35 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.5 118 km
Oct 30, 2017 65 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.5 148 km
Jul 21, 2016 42 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.5 124 km
Sep 26, 2012 Tanzania M4.5 140 km
May 23, 2012 24 km NNE of Izazi, Tanzania M4.4 67 km
Jun 9, 2007 29 km NW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.3 111 km
May 10, 2022 75 km N of Mafinga, Tanzania M4.3 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
March 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in Warmest
December 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in

Kibakwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kibakwe

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secondary school - - - -
Lwihomelo primary school - - - -
Teachers houses - - - -
Wotta Primary School - - - -
Wangi Primary School - - - -
Matonga Primary School - - - -
Masena B Primary School - - - -
Lwihomelo Primary School - - - -
Kingiti Primary School - - - -
Kidabaga Primary School - - - -
Kibakwe Primary School - - - -
Iyenge Primary School - - - -
Ikuyu Primary School - - - -
Idunda Primary School - - - -
Chamtumile Primary School - - - -
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Restaurants in Kibakwe

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kibakwe Bar

Cafes in Kibakwe

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asha cafe

Clinics in Kibakwe

10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IKUYU Dispensary
Iyenge Dispensary
KIDENGE Dispensary
LUHUNDWA Dispensary
Lukole Dispensary
Mlunga Dispensary
Narco Dispensary
TZ #3785840186
Wangi Dispensary
Wotta Dispensary

Veterinaries in Kibakwe

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #2712537478

Bus Stations in Kibakwe

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kibakwe bus station

Stadiums & Teams in Kibakwe

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Airports Near Kibakwe

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dodoma AirportDODMedium Airport
Kilosa Airport-Small Airport
Kongwa Airport-Small Airport
Mikumi Airport-Small Airport
Mpwapwa Airport-Small Airport
Mtera Airport-Small Airport
Mvumi Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kibakwe

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Catholic church
Ev. Luth. Church
Kibakwe Anglican church
Kibakwe Mosque
Lwihomelo 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 Kibakwe

What is the population of Kibakwe?

Kibakwe has a population of 19,526 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,697.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kibakwe?

Kibakwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.

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