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Kilindoni, Tanzania

Pwani · Tanzania

Kilindoni is a small city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 23,426. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

23,426 Population 43/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
61.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kilindoni

Kilindoni

Kilindoni is the capital of Mafia District in Pwani Region, Tanzania. It is the largest settlement on Mafia Island.

People

Population23,426
Density43/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain61.0 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population23,426
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates-7.9145°, 39.6620°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.0 inches (1,550 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kilindoni

Kilindoni is a small city in Tanzania (Pwani) with a population of 23,426. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kilindoni

Kilindoni has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.2°C), the coldest is Jul (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1525 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28°C / 82°F 26° / 31° 187.5
Feb 28.1°C / 83°F 26.1° / 30.9° 110.5
Mar 28.2°C / 83°F 26° / 31.3° 222.8
Apr 27.6°C / 82°F 25° / 30° 377.4
May 26.4°C / 80°F 23.5° / 29° 193.4
Jun 25.5°C / 78°F 21.7° / 28.4° 31.2
Jul 25°C / 77°F 21.6° / 27.9° 18.9
Aug 25.3°C / 77°F 22.7° / 28.3° 9.7
Sep 26°C / 79°F 23.5° / 29.3° 11.1
Oct 26.9°C / 80°F 24.1° / 30.5° 102.4
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.9° 126.6
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 25.9° / 31.1° 133.2
Kilindoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area540.8 sq mi (1,400.6 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates-7.9145°N, 39.6620°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.0"
61% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 15.59"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

Apr 6, 1999 57 km S of Mbumi, Tanzania M4.9 72 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 93 km
Sep 8, 2015 59 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 88 km
Jun 3, 1999 57 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 136 km
Apr 15, 2020 45 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 125 km
Mar 18, 2024 29 km SSE of Mkuranga, Tanzania M4.5 72 km
Feb 25, 1992 67 km SE of Sokoni, Tanzania M4.5 115 km
May 17, 2014 42 km WNW of Utete, Tanzania M4.3 140 km
Apr 8, 2020 39 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.3 40 km
May 24, 2013 47 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.1 47 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 1 137 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
February 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in
June 78°F (25°C) 2.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in Driest
October 80°F (26°C) 1.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in
December 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in

Kilindoni has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.6") and September the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kilindoni

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kilindoni Primary School - - - -
MICHENI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Kiegeani Primary School - - - -
Chemchem Primary School - - - -
Dongo Primary School - - - -
Kibaoni Primary School - - - -
Kiegani Primary School - - - -
Kigamboni Primary School - - - -
Kilimahewa Primary School - - - -
Utende Primary School - - - -
Kitoni Primary School - - - -
Marimbani Primary School - - - -
Micheni Primary School - - - -
Mlongo Primary School - - - -
Msufini Primary School - - - -
Ndagoni Primary School - - - -
Tereni Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Kilindoni

14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Butiama Beach
Chole Mjini Lodge
Didimiza Guest House
Ibizza Inn
Kileleni
Kinasi Lodge
Kitu Kiblu
Mafia Dream
Mafia Island Bungalows
Mafia Island Lodge
Meremeta Logde
Pole Pole Lodge
Ras Mbisi Lodge
Shamba Kilole Lodge

Restaurants in Kilindoni

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hipopotamus Food Point
Hong Kong
Hong Kong 2
Mafia Dream Hotel
Makutana
Relax Foodpoint

Gas Stations in Kilindoni

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #1573902316

Airports Near Kilindoni

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mafia AirportMFASmall Airport
Mchukwi Rufiji Airport-Small Airport
Songo Songo Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilindoni

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lutheran Church Kilindoni, Mafia

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 Kilindoni

What is the population of Kilindoni?

Kilindoni has a population of 23,426 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 540.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kilindoni?

Kilindoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches.

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