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Kihurio, Tanzania

Kilimanjaro · Tanzania

Kihurio is a small city in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania with a population of 8,377. Elevation: 1,742 ft (531 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

8,377 Population 3/sq mi density
1,742 ft Elevation 531 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population8,377
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Population8,377
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Coordinates-4.4667°, 38.0667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKilimanjaro
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kihurio

Kihurio is a small city in Tanzania (Kilimanjaro) with a population of 8,377. The city sits at an elevation of 1,742 feet (531 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Kihurio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,742 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above Tanzania avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Area2,415.5 sq mi (6,256.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-4.4667°N, 38.0667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 2, 2022.

Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 81 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 73 km
Aug 20, 2019 7 km WSW of Naberera, Tanzania M4.8 135 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 146 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 142 km
Apr 2, 2022 8 km NNE of Kwakoa, Tanzania M4.2 92 km
Jan 1, 1991 29 km NW of Wundanyi, Kenya M4.2 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (199 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 199 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
February 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in Wettest
April 74°F (23°C) 3.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in

Kihurio has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Kihurio

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Uzambara Primary School
Karamba Primary School
Jitengeni Primary School
Kalemawe Primary School
Kihurio Primary School
Narema Primary School
Kidundai Primary School
Dimbwi Primary School
Igulundi Primary School
Mgandu Primary School
Mramba Primary School
Mkundi Mbaru Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Kihurio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animal market
Makanya soko (market)

Hotels in Kihurio

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mambo View Point Eco Lodge
Taifa Lodge

Restaurants in Kihurio

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mrutu restaurant

Clinics in Kihurio

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kihurio Dispensary

Bus Stations in Kihurio

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mtae Bus Terminal
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Airports Near Kihurio

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kasigau Gate AirportSmall Airport
Mkomazi-Kisima AirportSmall Airport
Mombo AirportSmall Airport
Same AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kihurio

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jitengeni mosque

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Kihurio

What is the population of Kihurio?

Kihurio has a population of 8,377 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,415.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kihurio?

Kihurio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

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