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Kibondo, Tanzania

Kigoma · Tanzania

Kibondo is a small city in Kigoma, Tanzania with a population of 28,666. Elevation: 4,938 ft (1,505 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

28,666 Population 5/sq mi density
4,938 ft Elevation 1,505 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kibondo

Kibondo

Kibondo District is one of the six districts of Kigoma Region, Tanzania. It is bordered to the north by the Kakonko District, to the east by the Tabora Region, to the south by the Uvinza District, to the west by the Kasulu District and to the northwest by Burundi.

People

Population28,666
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Population28,666
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Coordinates-3.5864°, 30.7203°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKigoma
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kibondo

Kibondo is a small city in Tanzania (Kigoma) with a population of 28,666. The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet (1,505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kibondo

Kibondo has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (23.2°C), the coldest is Jun (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1939 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21°C / 70°F 15.2° / 27.9° 228.7
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 15.6° / 28.3° 193.0
Mar 21.3°C / 70°F 15.7° / 28.1° 219.9
Apr 20.8°C / 69°F 15.6° / 27° 202.8
May 20.4°C / 69°F 13.8° / 26.5° 80.2
Jun 19.3°C / 67°F 11.5° / 26.5° 15.0
Jul 19.3°C / 67°F 10.6° / 27.6° 18.6
Aug 21.3°C / 70°F 11.9° / 29.9° 60.9
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 14.5° / 31.8° 58.3
Oct 22.7°C / 73°F 14.5° / 31.2° 142.7
Nov 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 29.4° 428.8
Dec 21°C / 70°F 15.2° / 27.5° 289.9
Kibondo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Tanzania avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Area5,565.9 sq mi (14,415.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-3.5864°N, 30.7203°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 24, 2021.

Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 147 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 108 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 99 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 131 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 124 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 136 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 126 km
May 21, 2015 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi M4.4 89 km
Jun 18, 2017 57 km NE of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.4 76 km
Jul 22, 2010 35 km E of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.2 118 km
Sep 25, 2010 11 km NE of Mwaro, Burundi M3.8 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (198 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Igwisi Hills Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,146 m (3,760 ft) -10450 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 7.8 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
October 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in

Kibondo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in June to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kibondo

39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bitare Primary School - - - -
Katelela Primary School - - - -
Kasebuzi Primary School - - - -
Kanyinya Primary School - - - -
Kanyamahela Primary School - - - -
Kahama Primary School - - - -
Kabwigwa Primary School - - - -
Bunyambo Primary School - - - -
Boma Primary School - - - -
Biturana Primary School - - - -
Kayemba Primary School - - - -
Bavunja Primary School - - - -
Nengo Primary School - - - -
Kilemba Primary School - - - -
BISHOP MPANGO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MISEZERO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MOUNT CHANZA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
KANYAMAHELA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
GWEGENYEZA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Busami Secondary School - - - -
Minyinya Primary School - - - -
Shunga Primary School - - - -
Rusohoko Primary School - - - -
Rugunga Primary School - - - -
Rubirizi Primary School - - - -
Rubanga Primary School - - - -
Nyampengere Primary School - - - -
Nengo Primary School - - - -
Nabuhima Primary School - - - -
Muyaga Primary School - - - -
Twabagondozi Primary School - - - -
Mapinduzi Primary School - - - -
Majengo Primary School - - - -
Kwizera Primary School - - - -
Kumwambu Primary School - - - -
Kumkugwa Primary School - - - -
Kumhama Primary School - - - -
Kilemba Primary School - - - -
Kibondo Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kibondo

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Kibondo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kibondo market

Restaurants in Kibondo

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Blues Cafe

Clinics in Kibondo

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bunyambo Dispensary
Kibingo Dispensary
Nyamisivyi
Twabagondozi Dispensary

Bus Stations in Kibondo

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kibondo Bus Station

Gas Stations in Kibondo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lake gas station
TZ #4135082991

Airports Near Kibondo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gihohi Airport-Small Airport
Kibondo Airport-Small Airport
Kifura Airstrip-Small Airport
Murungu Airport-Small Airport
Ruyigi Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kibondo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kibondo post office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kibondo

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kibondo Catholic Church
Kibondo Mosque

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 Kibondo

What is the population of Kibondo?

Kibondo has a population of 28,666 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 5,565.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kibondo?

Kibondo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches.

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