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Kilwa Masoko, Tanzania

Lindi · Tanzania

Kilwa Masoko is a small city in Lindi, Tanzania with a population of 21,519. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

21,519 Population 3/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kilwa Masoko

Kilwa Masoko

Kilwa Masoko or Masoko is an administrative ward in Kilwa District of Lindi Region in Tanzania.
The ward covers an area of 200 km2 (77 sq mi), and has an average elevation of 11 m (36 ft). The ward is also the capital of Kilwa District. According to the 2012 census, the ward has a total population of 13,601.

People

Population21,519
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population21,519
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-8.9251°, 39.5131°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceLindi
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kilwa Masoko

Kilwa Masoko is a small city in Tanzania (Lindi) with a population of 21,519. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kilwa Masoko

Kilwa Masoko has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Dec (27.9°C), the coldest is Jul (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1459 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.4°C / 81°F 24° / 32.5° 236.8
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 24.3° / 32° 150.5
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 23.9° / 32.3° 279.6
Apr 26.3°C / 79°F 21.7° / 30.6° 343.3
May 24.9°C / 77°F 19.1° / 30.1° 99.9
Jun 24.1°C / 75°F 17.1° / 30° 26.5
Jul 24°C / 75°F 17.5° / 30.5° 14.6
Aug 25°C / 77°F 19° / 31.6° 7.4
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21° / 32.4° 7.5
Oct 26.9°C / 80°F 22.2° / 33.1° 81.3
Nov 27.7°C / 82°F 23.4° / 33.4° 86.7
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 24.2° / 33.5° 124.7
Kilwa Masoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area6,251.7 sq mi (16,191.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-8.9251°N, 39.5131°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.89"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2023.

Aug 3, 2010 56 km N of Mbekenyera, Tanzania M5.3 81 km
Apr 6, 1999 57 km S of Mbumi, Tanzania M4.9 62 km
Jun 3, 1999 57 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 117 km
Apr 15, 2020 45 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 115 km
Jan 2, 2023 139 km NNE of Mtwara, Tanzania M4.3 122 km
May 9, 2020 91 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.2 127 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 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
March 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in
April 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
May 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
December 83°F (28°C) 5.0 in Warmest

Kilwa Masoko has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in July to 83°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.9") and August the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Kilwa Masoko

Institution Type Founded Website
community development college College

Schools in Kilwa Masoko

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sulutan nasery school
Ukombozi primary school
Masoko primary school
Ukombozi Primary School
Mtanga Primary School
Mnazi Mmoja Primary School
Mkwanyule Primary School
Masoko Primary School
Kisiwani Primary School
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Radio Stations near Kilwa Masoko

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Kilwa Masoko

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bathobya Lodge
Kilwa Bandari Lodge
Kilwa Pakaya Hotel
Kimbilio Lodge
New Mjaka Enterprise Guesthouse & Hotel
The Slow Leopard

Restaurants in Kilwa Masoko

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best local food
Kwamiwa
Mama's
Masasi
RRN Restaurant

Castles in Kilwa Masoko

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gereza (Portuguese and later Omani fort, 16th-18th century)

Bus Stations in Kilwa Masoko

5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kivinje stand
Masoko bus station
Nangulukulu car stop
Somanga stand
TZ #6166220587

Gas Stations in Kilwa Masoko

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alsat diesel & Petrol
Altimami petro station

Banks in Kilwa Masoko

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CRDB Bank
NMB
NMB Bank

Airports Near Kilwa Masoko

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kilwa AirportKIYSmall Airport
Songo Songo AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kilwa Masoko

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kilwa Post Office
Masoko poster

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kilwa Masoko

3 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Ruins of Songo MnaraCultural1981
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Ruins of Songo Mnara

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilwa Masoko

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church

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
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kilwa Masoko

Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Ruins of Songo Mnara
Cultural · inscribed 1981
The remains of two great East African ports admired by early European explorers are situated on two small islands near the coast. From the 13th to the 16th century, the merchants of Kilwa dealt in gold, silver, pearls, perfumes, Arabian crockery, Persian earth...
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani
· inscribed 0
Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Ruins of Songo Mnara
· inscribed 0

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kilwa Masoko

What is the population of Kilwa Masoko?

Kilwa Masoko has a population of 21,519 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,251.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kilwa Masoko?

Kilwa Masoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

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