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Kijini, Tanzania

Zanzibar North · Tanzania

Kijini is a small town in Zanzibar North, Tanzania with a population of 3,720. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,720 Population 29/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
64.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population3,720
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population3,720
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates-5.8500°, 39.3167°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceZanzibar North
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,633 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kijini

Kijini is a small town in Tanzania (Zanzibar North) with a population of 3,720. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Kijini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 64.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area128.9 sq mi (333.8 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-5.8500°N, 39.3167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.3"
69% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 15.55"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2023.

Jan 15, 2005 13 km SW of Gamba, Tanzania M5.0 19 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 136 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 141 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 104 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 92 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 116 km
Feb 25, 1992 67 km SE of Sokoni, Tanzania M4.5 136 km
Jun 9, 1997 Tanzania M4.4 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Hidaya Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
February 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in
April 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in
June 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Driest
October 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in

Kijini has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.6") and September the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Kijini

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kigomani Primary School - - - -
Mlimani Matemwe Secondary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMfurumatonga Primary School - - - -
Kidoti Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMlimboni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMlilile Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMbuyu tende Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziMatemwe Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKilimani Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKijini Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKigomani Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziKidagoni Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziFukuchani Primary School - - - -
Skuli ya MaandaliziBwereu Primary School - - - -
sulhiya islamic school - - - -
Fukuchani secondary school - - - -
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Museums in Kijini

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coral Cave and Slave Chambers
mnarani turtles conservation ponds

Hotels in Kijini

15 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alladin Boutique Hotel
Ally Key's Bungalows
Iberostar Selection Zanzibar
Le Saint Tropez
Marafiki Beach Hotel
Matemwe Beach Village
Paradise city and Jetsurf
SeVi Boutique Hotel
Sunshine Marine Lodge (Correct)
Utupoa
Zanoceanique Hotel
Zanzibar Bahari Villas (correct!)
Zanzibar Queen
Zanzibar Sunrise
Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar

Restaurants in Kijini

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Darey Seafood
Dolphin Local Restaurant
Fukuchani Inn
Garden Bob Swahili
Jikan
Jua Grill
Makuti Beach
Matemwe Rock Local Restaurant
Mtambo Sisi Kawa Sisi
Muyuni Beach Club
Nakupenda Restaurant
Nangani Restaurant
The Horizon
Zamani village restaurant

Zoos in Kijini

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fukuchani Natural Aquarium and Zoo

Gas Stations in Kijini

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrol

Airports Near Kijini

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Abeid Amani Karume International AirportZNZLarge Airport
Pemba AirportPMAMedium Airport
Kwajoni Airport-Small Airport
Mashado Airport-Small Airport
Matipwili Airport-Small Airport
Mkwaja Airport-Small Airport
Saadani Airport-Small Airport
Sanzale Airport-Small Airport

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 Kijini

What is the population of Kijini?

Kijini has a population of 3,720 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 128.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kijini?

Kijini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches.

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