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Kigonsera, Tanzania

Ruvuma · Tanzania

Kigonsera is a small city in Ruvuma, Tanzania with a population of 22,155. Elevation: 4,354 ft (1,327 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

22,155 Population 366/sq mi density
4,354 ft Elevation 1,327 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kigonsera

Kigonsera is a village in the Ruvuma Region of southwestern Tanzania. It is located along the A19 road, to the northeast of Mbinga and to the southwest of Likonde.

People

Population22,155
Density366/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Population22,155
Population Density366 / sq mi
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Coordinates-10.8000°, 35.0500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceRuvuma
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kigonsera

Kigonsera is a small city in Tanzania (Ruvuma) with a population of 22,155. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet (1,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kigonsera

Kigonsera has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1643 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 18.3° / 28.5° 407.3
Feb 22.7°C / 73°F 18.5° / 28.3° 330.1
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 18.1° / 27.9° 293.5
Apr 21.4°C / 71°F 15.9° / 27.2° 150.6
May 19.3°C / 67°F 13.1° / 26° 80.9
Jun 17.7°C / 64°F 11° / 25.2° 5.3
Jul 17.4°C / 63°F 10.3° / 25.4° 58.4
Aug 19.5°C / 67°F 11.4° / 28.8° 15.1
Sep 22.2°C / 72°F 13° / 31.7° 0.6
Oct 25°C / 77°F 16.4° / 34.4° 11.3
Nov 26.2°C / 79°F 18.4° / 35.3° 63.3
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 18.6° / 31.9° 226.8
Kigonsera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°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 4,354 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Tanzania avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Area60.6 sq mi (156.9 km²)
Population Density366/sq mi
Coordinates-10.8000°N, 35.0500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 149 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 137 km
Aug 31, 2002 22 km WNW of Mlangali, Tanzania M5.2 143 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 145 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 143 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 145 km
May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 127 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 146 km
Mar 14, 2004 18 km WNW of Manda, Tanzania M4.8 81 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 129 km
Aug 21, 2004 22 km SW of Manda, Tanzania M4.7 72 km
Sep 7, 2016 18 km NNE of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.6 104 km
Sep 1, 1999 37 km SE of Karonga, Malawi M4.5 119 km
May 4, 2024 12 km NNE of Livingstonia, Malawi M4.5 104 km
Dec 6, 2009 23 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.5 142 km
Aug 10, 2009 24 km WSW of Manda, Tanzania M4.5 78 km
Jun 27, 2012 25 km NE of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.5 97 km
Jan 14, 2022 32 km WSW of Mlangali, Tanzania M4.4 134 km
Jul 28, 2000 17 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.4 140 km
Dec 13, 1992 24 km SW of Mlangali, Tanzania M4.4 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 9.4 in
February 73°F (23°C) 8.6 in
March 72°F (22°C) 10.1 in Wettest
April 71°F (21°C) 5.3 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 73°F (23°C) 8.1 in

Kigonsera has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kigonsera

Institution Type Founded Website
Mlale Community Development College College

Schools in Kigonsera

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lihutu Primary School
Kifaru block
LIKONDE SEMINARY
KIGONSERA CATECHISTS SECONDARY SCHOOL
MKAKO SECONDARY SCHOOL
AKILIMALI SECONDARY SCHOOL
LULI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Iringa Primary School
Mahande Primary School
Utiri Primary School
Halale Primary School
Juhudi Primary School
Kigonsera Primary School
Kihuruku Primary School
Kipoka Primary School
Likonde Seminary
Lipumba Primary School
Nsenga Primary School
Lukarasi Primary School
Lupilinga Primary School
Lusaka Primary School
Maliba Primary School
Mihango Primary School
Minazi Primary School
Mkurumusi Primary School
Mkwera Primary School
Mnazi Mmoja Primary School
Nakatoke Primary School
LULI SECONDARY SCHOOL
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Clinics in Kigonsera

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lihale Dispensary
Litorongi Dispensary

Airports Near Kigonsera

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liuli AirportSmall Airport
Mbamba Bay AirportSmall Airport
Mbinga AirportSmall Airport
Songea AirportSGXSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Area
156.9 km² (60.6 mi²)

🇹🇿 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kigonsera

What is the population of Kigonsera?

Kigonsera has a population of 22,155 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 366 people per square mile, spread across 60.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kigonsera?

Kigonsera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°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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